Gülsen
Fact sheet
- Name
- Gülsen
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Gülsen, also known as Gülşen, has its roots in the Persian name Golshan and is derived from the Persian term golšan (گلشن), which means 'flower bed' or 'rose garden'.
What does the name Gülsen mean?
Gülsen, or Gülşen, is derived from Golshan and can be interpreted as 'the rose garden'. Alternatively, the name is often translated as 'the cheerful rose', which comes from the Turkish word gül for 'rose' and şen for 'cheerful, merry'.
Where does the name Gülsen come from?
Gülsen is a female first name of Persian origin, meaning 'the rose garden'.
How do you pronounce Gülsen?
The pronunciation of Gülsen is phonetically distinctive and consists of two syllables. The name is pronounced as 'Gül-sen' [ˈɡylzɛn]. The rounded Ü sound at the beginning gives the name a bright, striking tone, while the voiced S in the middle adds a lively touch. The ending '-sen' sounds soft and harmonious. Overall, Gülsen appears melodic and expressive - present and sonically clear.
Popularity
In Germany, Gülsen is a widely used first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th in the list of the most common female baby names. The name reached its best ranking in 2018, when it was 1,384th. Over the last ten years, Gülsen has been given as a first name about 80 times, placing it 2,835th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it also ranks 2,703rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Gali / Güli / Gülo / Gülüm / Jülli
Famous people
- Gülsen Bayraktar (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Gülsen
What is the origin of the name Gülsen?
Gülsen is a female first name of Persian origin, used in Kurdish and Turkish languages.
What does the name Gülsen mean?
Gülsen means 'the rose garden' and is also interpreted as 'the cheerful rose', derived from the words for rose and cheerful.
How popular is the name Gülsen?
The popularity of the name Gülsen varies in different regions, but it is common in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities.