Unisex name
Hedef name meaning
“an intended goal; a point of aim”
Hedef means an intended goal or a point of aim. It comes from Arabic hadaf and is used for both girls and boys in Türkiye. An archery target provides its clearest physical image, while everyday Turkish also uses the word for the intended result of a plan.
What does Hedef mean?
An intended goal; a point of aim
In Turkish: ulaşılmak istenen amaç; nişan noktası
Hedef ranges in meaning from a physical target to a desired future outcome. As a personal name, it evokes purpose and direction. It can be compared semantically with Ülkü and Amaç, but those associations describe the word's imagery rather than predicting the conduct or ambitions of a bearer.
Origin of the name Hedef
From Arabic hadaf, a target or objective. Turkish uses it for both a physical point of aim and an intended outcome.
How to pronounce Hedef
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hedef/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | هدف |
Is Hedef a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Hedef is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Hedef does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Hedef
FAQ about the name Hedef
What is the meaning of Hedef?
Hedef means “an intended goal; a point of aim”. From Arabic hadaf, a target or objective. Turkish uses it for both a physical point of aim and an intended outcome.
Is Hedef a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Hedef is used for both boys and girls.
Is Hedef in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Hedef nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Hedef?
Hedef is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Hedef have?
Hedef has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Hedef?
Hedef 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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