AVCI
Avci
Avci is a surname of Turkish origin, commonly found in Turkey due to its meaning and significance. The name "Avci" translates to "hunter" in English. It is derived from the Turkish word "av," which means "game" or "prey," and suffix "-ci," indicating a person who performs a specific action or profession.
Within Turkey, individuals with the surname Avci may trace their ancestry to families with a historical connection to hunting or a family profession related to hunting, such as gamekeepers or hunters. Over time, as surnames became hereditary and more widespread, the Avci surname continued to be passed down through generations.
The pronunciation of Avci is typically "av-CHEE," with the emphasis on the second syllable. While primarily associated with Turkish culture, the surname Avci may also be found in other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora.
Variants of the Avci surname may exist, depending on regional dialects or transliterations. The bearer of the surname Avci may take pride in their ancestral heritage, cultural identity, and the historical significance associated with being identified as a "hunter."
There are approximately 118 people named Avci in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Avci.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmet
- Bekir
- Cengiz
- Erkan
- Ismet
- Marcus
- Mehmet
- Murat
- Salih
- Umit
Female
- Ayse
- Aysenur
- Carol
- Denise
- Ebru
- Figen
- Ilkay
- Lindsay
- Lone
- Melek
Similar and related surnames
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