fazilet

Fazilet is a Turkish feminine given name meaning virtue, excellence, or merit. The word fazilet in Turkish signifies moral virtue or benevolence and is derived from classical Arabic and Persian linguistic sources. As a personal name, Fazilet is used primarily in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, where it carries a positive connotation tied to integrity and good character.

In Turkish onomastics and culture, Fazilet is chosen for its aspirational meaning and is sometimes encountered in literature and media as a signifier of moral stature. A prominent cultural reference is the Turkish television drama Fazilet Hanım ve Kızları (Mrs. Fazilet and Her Daughters), which began airing in 2017. The series centers on a mother named Fazilet and the lives of her daughters, exploring themes of ambition, social status, and family dynamics, and contributing to the name’s visibility in contemporary Turkish popular culture.

Beyond personal naming, the concept of fazilet remains a common term in Turkish discussions of ethics and virtue. While Fazilet as a given name is modest in global recognition, it remains a recognizable element of Turkish linguistic and cultural heritage.