boy's name
Tuncay
toon-JY (Turkish)
- Origin Turkish
- Gender Boy
- Syllables 2
- Letters 6
- Births on record 179
Tuncay is a boy's name with 2 syllables. In 2012 it was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
- Tuncay is a name of Turkish origin.
- Peaked in France in 1975, when 10 babies were given the name.
- It has largely dropped out of use in France.
- First appears in birth records in 1974.
- 2 syllables, with the stress on syllable 2.
Tuncay Over Time
Births per decade in France, 1970s to 2010s.
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| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 55 |
| 1980s | 70 |
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 5 |
How Popular Is Tuncay?
In 2012, Tuncay was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Where Tuncay Is Used
French counts are rounded to the nearest five and nothing below five is published, so these figures show the shape of the name's use rather than an exact tally. Data & sources.
Names That Peaked Alongside Tuncay
These names rose and fell in the same era, which is why they tend to sound like they belong together.
Parents Who Like Tuncay Also Like
Names whose popularity has risen and fallen in step with Tuncay over the last century — the same taste, a different name.
How to Say Tuncay
- Turkish toon-JY
Sibling Names for Tuncay
Names from the same era that do not rhyme or share an initial with Tuncay — the two things that make a sibling set grate.
Common Questions About Tuncay
How popular is the name Tuncay?
In 2012, Tuncay was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Is Tuncay a girl's or a boy's name?
Tuncay is given almost entirely to boys in birth records.
How many syllables are in Tuncay?
Tuncay has 2 syllables.
When was Tuncay most popular?
Tuncay peaked in 1975, when 10 babies were given the name. It has largely dropped out of use.