Ulugay
Meaning: This name is primarily given to girls born in sacred Islamic months such as Ramadan or Muharram.
Origin: Turkic names
Etymology
The name Ulugay consists of two components: “ulugʻ” — meaning great or sacred; and “ay” — which in this context refers not to the moon as a celestial body, but to a calendar month. Therefore, the name implies “great month” or “child of a sacred month.”
Geographical Distribution
Mainly found in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. It is often given to girls born during months considered sacred in the Islamic calendar, such as Ramadan, Dhul-Hijjah, or Muharram.
Significance
The name is given with the wish of holiness, respect, and greatness. It often marks a child born in a religiously significant month or on a meaningful date for the family.
Statistics
In Uzbekistan, it is relatively rare but preserved in some traditional families. More commonly seen in rural areas.
Variants
Ulugay, Ulugoyim, Oyulug, Oybahor
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