Yigit is of Turkish origin and means "heroic, valiant". It's derived from the Turkic word "yigit", which also signifies strength and courage. Traditionally given to boys, Yigit has gained global recognition due to its unique sound and meaning. It's composed of three syllables: Ye-git, with the stress falling on the first syllable. The name can be found in various forms across different languages, such as Iggy or Iqrit. However, the most common spelling is Yigit, which maintains its original pronunciation and meaning.
The name Yigit experienced a noticeable increase in popularity between the years 2004 and 2015, with peak births occurring in 2015. Since then, its popularity has stabilized around an average of 5-8 births per year.