The baby name Demet is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /deˈmet/ (Turkish: de-MET, pronounced "deh-MET").
Demet is Turkish in Origin.
The baby name Demet is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /deˈmet/ (Turkish: de-MET, pronounced "deh-MET").
Demet is Turkish in Origin.
Demet is a Turkish feminine given name drawn from the common noun demet, meaning “bouquet,” “bunch,” or “sheaf,” evoking flowers or gathered harvests and, by extension, unity and abundance. The word is native to modern Turkish usage, and the name carries a bright, floral tone that makes it especially popular for girls.
In Turkey it rose to broad familiarity in the late 20th century and remains widely used, helped by high‑profile bearers such as singer Demet Akalın, actor Demet Özdemir, and actor Demet Evgar. The spelling is stable across languages using the Latin script, and diminutives like Demi or Dem can appear in international contexts. While it resembles Greek Demeter and its derivatives (Demetra, Dimitra, Demetrios), Demet in Turkish is etymologically independent. Related semantic cousins within Turkish include floral choices like Gül (“rose”), but Demet uniquely suggests a gathered bouquet.
| Demet Özdemir Demet Özdemir is a Turkish actor best known for her role in the popular TV series 'Erkenci Kuş'. Born in 1992, she has also starred in 'Doğduğun Ev Kaderindir' and 'No: 309'. Her performances have made her a household name in Turkey. | Demet Evgâr Demet Evgâr is a well-known Turkish actress, most famous for her role in the popular TV series '1 Kadın 1 Erkek'. She has also starred in films like 'Aile Arasında' and 'Sofra Sırları', showcasing her versatility and talent in both comedic and dramatic roles. | Demet Akalın Demet Akalın is a well-known Turkish pop singer and actress, famous for her hit songs like 'Afedersin' and 'Mucize'. She began her career as a model before transitioning into music and acting. Her vibrant personality and catchy tunes have made her a staple in the Turkish entertainment industry. |
| Demet Akbağ Demet Akbağ is a Turkish actress best known for her work in theatre and film. Born on 23 December 1959, she has appeared in well-known movies such as Vizontele, Neredesin Firuze, and Organize İşler, and has also worked as an acting trainer. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM | Girls | 0 | #35 | 1 | 574 |
| AF | Girls | 0 | #94 | 1 | 2,402 |
| IQ | 0 | #132 | 2 | 3,533 | |
| BN | Boys | 0 | #139 | 1 | 6,332 |
| AE | 0 | #187 | 1 | 10,220 | |
| DK | 0 | #202 | 5 | 5,198 | |
| HU | Girls | 0 | #225 | 1 | 3,308 |
| AL | Girls | 0 | #227 | 1 | 4,141 |
| BG | Girls | 0 | #230 | 2 | 3,559 |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #234 | 1 | 5,842 |
| GR | Girls | 0 | #248 | 2 | 6,293 |
| TR | 0 | #253 | 8,383 | 19,440 | |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #256 | 1 | 7,111 |
| TW | Girls | 0 | #289 | 1 | 8,139 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #295 | 22 | 7,429 |
| SA | 0 | #311 | 2 | 10,560 | |
| KZ | Girls | 0 | #330 | 3 | 5,862 |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| SD | Girls | 0 | #358 | 1 | 7,678 |
| CN | Girls | 0 | #359 | 1 | 8,829 |
| Austria | Girls | 0 | #381 | 40 | 1,885 |
| Germany | 0 | #402 | 36 | 2,542 | |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #406 | 3 | 11,440 |
| BO | 0 | #408 | 1 | 6,868 | |
| France | Girls | 2011 | #416 | 3 | 3,153 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #420 | 5 | 15,987 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #427 | 3 | 13,098 |
| IQ | Girls | 0 | #450 | 55 | 11,303 |
| CO | 0 | #510 | 1 | 7,768 | |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #522 | 2 | 11,913 |
| IR | Girls | 0 | #544 | 2 | 8,334 |
| PS | Girls | 0 | #547 | 1 | 10,981 |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #557 | 5 | 19,177 |
| BH | 0 | #587 | 1 | 17,937 | |
| Germany | Girls | 0 | #628 | 214 | 4,949 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| IL | Girls | 0 | #645 | 1 | 11,648 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #693 | 5 | 13,071 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #738 | 2 | 17,960 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #743 | 1 | 18,093 |
| SY | 0 | #764 | 4 | 11,684 | |
| TN | 0 | #818 | 12 | 13,765 | |
| NL | Girls | 0 | #832 | 124 | 5,933 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #924 | 2 | 15,035 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #925 | 2 | 14,506 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #926 | 10 | 25,931 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
| MA | 0 | #1,109 | 20 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,128 | 49 | 20,130 | |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,182 | 1 | 25,439 |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #1,432 | 15 | 9,415 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,684 | 8 | 28,008 |
Demet is popular in 43 countries — most recent births per country:
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