Girl name
Mekine name meaning
“firmly established; securely placed, esteemed”
Mekine means “firmly established, securely placed, or esteemed” and derives from Arabic makīna, the feminine form of makīn. It is used as a feminine name in Türkiye. The related name Mekin shares its source, while a building set on firm foundations illustrates the meaning of secure establishment.
What does Mekine mean?
Firmly established; securely placed, esteemed
In Turkish: yerleşik, sağlam; itibarlı konumda
Mekine can be connected with an Arabic adjective expressing a firm or established position. It forms a feminine counterpart to Mekin and may also suggest an esteemed standing. A similar dialect pronunciation of the Turkish word for machine does not explain the personal name.
Origin of the name Mekine
As a name, Mekine probably derives from Arabic makīna (مكينة), the feminine form of makīn. The adjective conveys firmness or a securely established position.
How to pronounce Mekine
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mekine/ |
| Arabic | مكينة |
Is Mekine a girl’s name?
Yes, Mekine is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Mekine does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Mekine
Names with related meanings
- Kübra♀Greater
- Beren♀Strong, powerful
- Aybüke♀Moon and mighty dragon
- Tuana♀Strong, powerful, capable
- Kaya♂♀A large, solid mass of rock
- Arslan♂♀Lion
- Yıldırım♂♀Lightning strike
- Acar♂♀Enterprising, agile and capable
- Azize♀Precious, esteemed
- Neriman♀Valiant, strong
- Gürbüz♂♀Strong, sturdy and well developed
- Gürel♂♀Strong, flourishing community or homeland
FAQ about the name Mekine
What is the meaning of Mekine?
Mekine means “firmly established; securely placed, esteemed”. As a name, Mekine probably derives from Arabic makīna (مكينة), the feminine form of makīn. The adjective conveys firmness or a securely established position.
Is Mekine a girl’s name?
Yes, Mekine is used mostly as a girl’s name.
Is Mekine in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Mekine nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Mekine?
Mekine is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Mekine have?
Mekine has 3 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Mekine?
Mekine 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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