"joy, happiness"
Origin: Kurdish
Language: Kurdish
Sevin
Pronunciation: [ s-EHV-ihn ]
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A Kurdish word for love, simple and profound
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The Story of Sevin
Sevin is a Kurdish name meaning 'love' or 'joy.' It comes from the Kurdish word 'sevin' (سەڤین) meaning love, and is predominantly used among Kurdish communities in Turkey, Iraq, Syria, and Iran, as well as in Kurdish diaspora communities around the world.
Sevin remains primarily within Kurdish communities globally, where it's used for both boys and girls. As Kurdish culture and language has received greater international recognition, names like Sevin have started appearing outside their traditional geographical range.
Kurdish names carry great cultural weight, as the Kurdish language and identity have been suppressed in various countries throughout the 20th century. Giving a child a Kurdish name is often an act of cultural pride and resistance, keeping language and identity alive.
Historical Record
Sevin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 490 babies have been named Sevin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sevin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,819 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kurdish is spoken by approximately 30-40 million people across Turkey, Iraq, Syria, and Iran
- Kurdish naming traditions often use nature and emotion words as names, similar to English word-names
Sevin in Other Languages
Arabic
سيفين
Persian
سوین
Turkish
Sevin
Kurdish (Sorani)
سەڤین
Kurdish (Kurmanji)
Sevin
Popularity Over Time
#3,819
Current Rank
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Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Sevin Okyay
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1951
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,819
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Kurdish Turkish Middle Eastern
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Sev
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sevin
What does the name Sevin mean?
"joy, happiness" (from Kurdish). Sevin is a Kurdish name meaning 'love' or 'joy.' It comes from the Kurdish word 'sevin' (سەڤین) meaning love, and is predominantly used among Kurdish communities in Turkey, Iraq, Syria, and Iran, as well as in Kurdish diaspora communities around the world.
What is the origin of the name Sevin?
Sevin has Kurdish, Turkish, and Middle Eastern origins. In Kurdish, it means "joy, happiness".
Is Sevin a boy or girl name?
Sevin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3819. As a girl name, it is ranked #20051. Sevin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Sevin?
Sevin is pronounced s-EHV-ihn.
How popular is the name Sevin?
Sevin is currently ranked #3819 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sevin?
Common nicknames for Sevin include Sev.
What are good middle names for Sevin?
Popular middle name pairings include Sevin Ali, Sevin Omar, Sevin Karan, Sevin Amir, Sevin Dilan, Sevin Zane, and Sevin Reed.
What are good sibling names for Sevin?
Names that pair well with Sevin as siblings include Dilan, Rewan, Baran, Helin, Arya, Leila, and Kian.
How many syllables does Sevin have?
Sevin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sevin a common or rare name?
Sevin is an uncommon name, ranked #3819 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Sevin
Sevin is a boy name with Kurdish, Turkish, and Middle Eastern origins . The name means "joy, happiness" in Kurdish .
Is Sevin a boy or girl name? Sevin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,819 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #20,051. Sevin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Sevin is currently ranked #3,819 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Sevin has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-EHV-ihn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sevin include Sev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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