Kadriye is a Turkish feminine given name, derived as the feminine form of the Turkish male name Kadri 2, which means "value" in Turkish. The name is often used in Turkey and carries connotations of worth and preciousness.
The name Kadriye is also notably the name of a resort town within the Serik district of Antalya Province, Turkey. According to Wikipedia, Kadriye is known as Turkey's first Golf Resort, hosting numerous golf clubs such as the National Golf Club Antalya, Antalya Golf Club, and Carya Golf Club. The area also features luxury hotels, a beach park, and the Land of Legends theme park. As of 2022, the neighbourhood had a population of 9,658.
Etymology
Etymologically, Kadriye stems from the Turkish word kadir meaning "value" or "worth," which originates from Arabic qadr (قدر) with a similar meaning. The suffix -iye is a feminine or relational ending common in Turkish names.
Variants and Related Names
Related masculine forms include Kadri 2, and other feminine variants like Kadri in some contexts. The name shares its root with the surname Kadri absorbed from Arabic origin in various cultures.
- Meaning: "Value" (via Turkish kadir)
- Origin: Turkish, ultimately from Arabic
- Type: Feminine given name
- Usage: Turkish-speaking regions
Sources: Wikipedia — Kadriye