Find out how popular the first name Umit has been for the last 1 years (from 2012 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Umit by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Umit is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Umit.

The history of the first name Umit

The name Umit originates from the Turkish language and culture. It has its roots in the Ottoman Turkish word "ümit" which means "hope" or "expectation." The name is believed to have been in use since the 14th century during the reign of the Ottoman Empire in Anatolia and the Balkans.

Umit is a gender-neutral name, although it was more commonly given to boys in the past. It has a positive connotation, reflecting the hope and aspirations parents had for their children. The name may have been inspired by verses in the Quran and other Islamic texts that emphasize the importance of hope and faith.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Umit can be found in the 16th century Ottoman court chronicles, where it was mentioned as the name of a young boy born into a prominent family in Istanbul. Throughout the history of the Ottoman Empire and later the Republic of Turkey, Umit has been a popular name for both commoners and the elite.

Some notable individuals who bore the name Umit include Umit Bektash (1801-1875), a renowned Ottoman calligrapher and poet, and Umit Yasar Oğuzcan (1923-1984), a celebrated Turkish poet and writer who was known for his works that celebrated the struggles and resilience of the common people.

Umit Haluk Bayülken (1920-1992) was a prominent Turkish actor and director who appeared in over 200 films and plays throughout his career. Umit Unal (born 1970) is a successful Turkish entrepreneur and businessman who founded one of the largest technology companies in Turkey.

Another notable figure named Umit is Umit Kazanavci (born 1968), a Turkish-American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry and received several prestigious awards for his work.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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