KARAGOZ
Karagoz
Karagoz is a British surname with origins rooted in Turkish and Middle Eastern culture. This surname is thought to have been introduced to Britain through migration or historical ties with Turkey.
The name Karagoz is a compound Turkish word, "kara" meaning black or dark, and "goz" meaning eye. Karagoz is also associated with a traditional Turkish shadow play character of the same name, known for his wit and humour in Turkish storytelling.
The Karagoz surname might be found among British citizens of Turkish or Middle Eastern descent, reflecting their family heritage and cultural background.
While the exact number of people carrying the Karagoz surname in the UK is not readily available, it is likely that individuals with this name contribute to the multicultural fabric of British society, adding diversity and richness to the nation's heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Karagoz surname
Male
- Ali
- Harun
- Hasan
- Ibrahim
- Ihsan
- Ismail
- Mehmet
- Mustafa
- Taylan
- Turan
Female
- Done
- Elif
- Ellena
- Fatma
- Ilayda
- Louise
- Reshma
- Sarah
- Sylvie
- Tulay
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
How to communicate the surname Karagoz in...
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There are approximately 117 people named Karagoz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Karagoz.
