AKSOY
Aksoy
The surname Aksoy is of Turkish origin, deriving from the Turkish words "Ak" meaning white, pure or bright, and "soy" meaning lineage or descent. It is a common surname in Turkey and is also found in other countries with populations of Turkish descent.
Individuals with the surname Aksoy can be traced back to diverse regions within Turkey and beyond, reflecting the historical movements of Turkish populations. The name may have been adopted by individuals as a surname due to their ancestral connections to a particular place, family, or profession.
Like many surnames, the significance and meaning of Aksoy have evolved over time. Today, individuals bearing the surname Aksoy are part of a wider diaspora and can be found in various professions and walks of life. The surname may also carry personal or familial significance for those who bear it.
As with any surname, the name Aksoy is a part of individuals' identity and heritage, representing a link to their ancestral roots and a sense of belonging within a broader cultural context.
There are approximately 228 people named Aksoy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Aksoy.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmet
- Ali
- Baris
- Dogan
- Fatih
- Ibrahim
- Mehmet
- Metin
- Mustafa
- Tamer
- Volkan
Female
- Ayse
- Claire
- Claudia
- Esin
- Hulya
- Nuran
- Seher
- Serpil
- Sevda
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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