özlem
Özlem is a female given name of Turkish origin. In Turkish, özlem means longing or yearning, a sentiment of missing someone or something. The name is commonly given to girls in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, and it has also spread to Turkish communities in the diaspora.
As a given name, Özlem is associated with emotional depth and evocative imagery, reflecting the linguistic
Usage and reception of the name Özlem have remained steady in Turkey and among Turkish communities in
Notable individuals with this name include Özlem Tekin (born 1967), a Turkish rock singer and actress known
See also: Turkish given names, Turkish language, longing in culture.