Boy name
Cemşir name meaning
“Lion-like Jam”
Cemşir means “lion-like Jam” and is used as a boys’ name in Türkiye. It combines Persian Cem, the name of the legendary ruler Jam, with şîr, meaning “lion.” The name brings together a figure from Iranian storytelling and the vivid animal image supplied by its final element.
What does Cemşir mean?
Lion-like Jam
In Turkish: Aslan gibi Cem
Cemşir joins Cem, the legendary Iranian king Jam, with the Persian word for lion, bringing royal legend together with imagery of strength and courage. Used as a masculine name in Türkiye, it has literary and heroic associations and shares its Cem element with Cemşit.
Sources: TDV İslâm AnsiklopedisiWiktionary
Origin of the name Cemşir
Cemşir can be interpreted as a compound of Persian Cem, the legendary Iranian king Jam, and şîr, meaning “lion.” In this analysis, “lion-hearted ruler” is a figurative interpretation rather than a literal translation of the components.
How to pronounce Cemşir
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /d͡ʒemʃiɾ/ |
Is Cemşir a boy’s name?
Yes, Cemşir is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Cemşir does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
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Famous people named Cemşir
- Cemşir Muratoğlu · b. 1959
FAQ about the name Cemşir
What is the meaning of Cemşir?
Cemşir means “Lion-like Jam”. Cemşir can be interpreted as a compound of Persian Cem, the legendary Iranian king Jam, and şîr, meaning “lion.” In this analysis, “lion-hearted ruler” is a figurative interpretation rather than a literal translation of the components.
Is Cemşir a boy’s name?
Yes, Cemşir is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Cemşir in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Cemşir nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Cemşir?
Cemşir is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Cemşir have?
Cemşir has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Cemşir?
Cemşir does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Famous people named Cemşir?
Notable people named Cemşir include Cemşir Muratoğlu.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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