geçili

Geçili is a Turkish toponym and surname. The term is used as the name of several rural settlements in Turkey and, less commonly, as a family name among Turkish-speaking communities. The etymology most often cited connects Geçili to the Turkish verb geçmek, meaning to pass or cross, combined with the suffix -li, which can indicate a place associated with or characterized by something. The resulting sense is akin to "the place of passage" or "the crossing point." Some attestations may reflect alternative forms or historical spellings such as geçit, a related word meaning a pass.

Geographic usage: As a place name, Geçili is typically found in small villages or neighborhoods. Local histories of such places often note position near natural routes, bridges, or river crossings, consistent with the presumed meaning of the name.

Population and economy: Specific demographics vary by locality; in general, settlements with Turkish-origin toponyms often have agricultural or rural economies, with livelihoods tied to regional land and water resources. However, there is no unified profile for all places named Geçili.

Surname usage: Geçili also appears as a surname in Turkish communities. It is relatively uncommon and may indicate ancestral ties to a place named Geçili.

See also: Geçit, a related Turkish term meaning a pass, and other toponyms formed with suffix -li.