Pinar

Pinar is a name and toponym with usages in several languages. In Turkish, Pınar (often Anglicized as Pinar) is a feminine given name and occasionally a surname. It derives from pınar, meaning spring, fountain, or source of water, and it is commonly associated with freshness and vitality. The spelling without diacritics (Pinar) is common in international contexts where Turkish diacritics are not used.

In geography, Pinar appears in place names and toponyms other than personal names. The most prominent example is Pinar del Río, a province and city in western Cuba; the name in Spanish indicates a pine grove or pine forest, reflecting a common Spanish toponymic root. The term may also appear in other local names and in diaspora communities.

In contemporary usage, Pinar functions as a given name for women in Turkey and Turkish-speaking communities, and as a surname in Turkey and among people of Turkish descent. It is also encountered in literature, media, and business as a personal name or brand.

See also: Pinar del Río, Pınar, pine grove.