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Is Leo or Leon considered a Turkish name in Turkey? Do you know any Turkish Leo's?

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littlemarbles · 31/10/2014 13:42

I know a Turkish actress has recently named her son Leo, and I think Leon is a Turkish name, but would love to hear from some Turkish people on this.

Thanks in advance.

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Alisvolatpropiis · 01/11/2014 18:57

Leon is Greek, I believe.

SurfsUp1 · 04/11/2014 03:17

Does it need to be Turkish in origin, or just considered a useable name in Turkey or by Turkish people? i.e. It's not a British name, but it's a perfectly fine name to use for a British child.

thegreylady · 04/11/2014 13:55

Believe me you need Cote d'Azur on this. My son is married to a Turkish lady and has lived in Turkey for 22 years now. I haven't heard Leo or Leon as a name but it is perfectly acceptable I would think.

littlemarbles · 09/11/2014 23:26

Thank you for your replies.

It would be great to hear from Côte D'Azur! And anyone else who has some experience of a Turkey.

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