Cenk

Cenk is a masculine given name of Turkish origin. It derives from the Turkish noun cenk, meaning battle or war, and it carries martial associations in language and culture. As a given name, Cenk is often associated with strength and courage and appears in Turkish literature and among Turkish-speaking communities.

The name is used in Turkey and among Turkish diaspora communities around the world. It is primarily a male given name and appears across generations, reflecting traditional naming patterns in Turkish society.

Notable people named Cenk include Cenk Uygur (born 1970), Turkish-American media host and founder of The Young Turks; Cenk Tosun (born 1991), Turkish international footballer; and Cenk Akyol (born 1982), Turkish professional basketball player.