Boy name
Civanşir name meaning
“young lion”
Civanşir means “young lion” and is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. It comes from Persian javānshīr, combining javān, “young,” with shīr, “lion.” The name’s direct association is the image of a young lion, with the animal itself supplying the central imagery of the compound.
What does Civanşir mean?
Young lion
In Turkish: genç aslan
Civanşir is a historical name combining youth with the strength and courage symbolized by a lion. It shares its origin with Javanshir in the history of the Caucasus, with spelling varying across languages and transcription traditions. Its Persian derivation is compatible with its use in several different linguistic settings over time.
Origin of the name Civanşir
From Persian javānshīr, combining javān, young, and shīr, lion.
How to pronounce Civanşir
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /d͡ʒivanʃiɾ/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | جوانشير |
Is Civanşir a boy’s name?
Yes, Civanşir is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Civanşir does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Civanşir
What is the meaning of Civanşir?
Civanşir means “young lion”. From Persian javānshīr, combining javān, young, and shīr, lion.
Is Civanşir a boy’s name?
Yes, Civanşir is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Civanşir in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Civanşir nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Civanşir?
Civanşir is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Civanşir have?
Civanşir has 3 syllables and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Civanşir?
Civanşir does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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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