Unisex name
Yekdane name meaning
“unique, one and only; a single grain”
Yekdane means “unique,” “one and only,” or “a single grain.” It combines Persian yek, “one,” with dāne, “grain,” and is used for both girls and boys in Türkiye. A single pearl resting in a palm gives a concrete image of its singularity and affectionate meaning.
What does Yekdane mean?
Unique, one and only; a single grain
In Turkish: biricik, eşsiz; tek tane
Yekdane conveys uniqueness and the affectionate idea of someone being one and only. In literary usage, the word can describe something dearly loved or highly valued. As a name it retains that affectionate sense; it is related in meaning to Yegâne, though the two have different formations.
Origin of the name Yekdane
From Persian yek, “one,” and dāne, “grain.” In Turkish it has also been used affectionately in the sense “one and only.”
How to pronounce Yekdane
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /jekdane/ |
Is Yekdane a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Yekdane is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Yekdane does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Yekdane
What is the meaning of Yekdane?
Yekdane means “unique, one and only; a single grain”. From Persian yek, “one,” and dāne, “grain.” In Turkish it has also been used affectionately in the sense “one and only.”
Is Yekdane a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Yekdane is used for both boys and girls.
Is Yekdane in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Yekdane nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Yekdane?
Yekdane is of Persian origin.
How many syllables does Yekdane have?
Yekdane has 3 syllables and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Yekdane?
Yekdane 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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