OZBEK
Ozbek
Ozbek is a surname of Turkish origin. The name is derived from the Turkish words "öz" meaning "genuine" or "pure", and "bek" meaning "leader" or "master".
Origin
The surname Ozbek is commonly found in Turkey and among Turkish diaspora communities worldwide. It is also occasionally found in other regions, possibly as a result of migration or intermarriage.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals bearing the surname Ozbek include:
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Cemil Ozbek: A Turkish politician and former Member of Parliament.
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Emre Ozbek: A prominent Turkish businessman and philanthropist.
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Sibel Ozbek: A renowned Turkish fashion designer known for her innovative and modern designs.
In Popular Culture
The surname Ozbek has occasionally been used in literature and media to depict characters of Turkish descent or with connections to Turkey.
References
For more information on the surname Ozbek and its significance within Turkish culture and society, further research in genealogy records and Turkish history books would be recommended.
There are approximately 150 people named Ozbek in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Ozbek.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Ali
- Hasan
- Huseyin
- Ibrahim
- Mehmet
- Mustafa
- Serdar
- Sergen
- Sinan
Female
- Ayse
- Gemma
- Joanne
- Kathryn
- Leyla
- Louise
- Paula
- Rifat
- Selma
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.