Cümbüş
Turkish
Meaning
Fretless banjo-oud hybrid invented in 1930s Turkey
About the name
A uniquely Turkish invention — part banjo, part oud, with an aluminum body. Created in Istanbul in 1930, it brought the oud's warmth into louder ensemble settings.
Themes
Questions
What does Cümbüş mean?
Cümbüş means Fretless banjo-oud hybrid invented in 1930s Turkey. It's a name of Turkish origin.
Where does the name Cümbüş come from?
Cümbüş comes from Turkish. It's associated with these themes: Turkish.
Is Cümbüş a good name for a cat?
Cümbüş is a thoughtful pick. At 1 syllable, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Turkish. It means "Fretless banjo-oud hybrid invented in 1930s Turkey." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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