Unisex name
Zevvak name meaning
“discerning in taste; a connoisseur”
Zevvak means “discerning in taste” or “a connoisseur.” It comes from Arabic dhawwāq, a word derived from the root meaning to taste. In Türkiye, it is used for both girls and boys. Its concrete association is the distinction between subtle flavors, and it is related to Turkish zevk, meaning pleasure or taste.
What does Zevvak mean?
Discerning in taste; a connoisseur
In Turkish: zevk sahibi; tadı iyi ayırt eden
Zevvak extends the idea of tasting into discernment and appreciation. In older Turkish usage, it can describe someone with an understanding of art or beauty. A name entry should explain this lexical background without treating the meaning as a statement about an individual bearer's tastes.
Origin of the name Zevvak
From Arabic dhawwāq (ذواق), an intensive formation from the root meaning to taste, hence a discerning taster or connoisseur.
How to pronounce Zevvak
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /zevvak/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | ذواق |
Is Zevvak a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Zevvak is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Zevvak does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
FAQ about the name Zevvak
What is the meaning of Zevvak?
Zevvak means “discerning in taste; a connoisseur”. From Arabic dhawwāq (ذواق), an intensive formation from the root meaning to taste, hence a discerning taster or connoisseur.
Is Zevvak a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Zevvak is used for both boys and girls.
Is Zevvak in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Zevvak nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Zevvak?
Zevvak is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Zevvak have?
Zevvak has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Zevvak?
Zevvak 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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