Turkish · Persian

Cem

Pronounced JEMShare

Meaning: Twin

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 1 syllable

The story

The Turkish form of Persian Jam, ultimately connected with Avestan Yima. The same naming family includes Jamshid; Turkish c is pronounced like English j.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Cem comes from Turkish and Persian.

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