Yavuz
yah-Vooz
Yavuz is a boy’s name of Turkish origin, meaning “Turkish name meaning 'grim, stern, severe'.”. It currently ranks #14149 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2011.
What Yavuz Means
“Turkish name meaning 'grim, stern, severe'.”
The Story of Yavuz
Before empires rose and fell, great leaders stood firm against the storm, their resolve a legend. You can give your son that same unyielding spirit.
Yavuz is a name forged in the heart of Turkey, carrying the weight of historical command. Its very sound evokes a stern resolve, a powerful presence that defined the reign of the Ottoman Sultan Selim I, known as Yavuz Sultan Selim.
This name is for a son you envision as a steadfast protector, a pillar of strength and determination. You see him facing any obstacle with a resolute spirit, his bravery a shield for those he cares about.
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Famous Namesakes
Yavuz Sultan Selim
Ottoman Sultan, also known as Selim I
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 2011
Total Births
77
First Recorded
1996
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