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Emre vs Maher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emre

Boy #3,735 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, brother"

Origin: Old Turkic

Cultural Roots

Turkish Arabic Azerbaijani

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,735
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emre Rank #3,735
Maher Rank #3,921

Emre is more popular, ranked #3735 vs #3921 for Maher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emre or Maher more popular?

Emre is more popular, ranked #3735 compared to Maher at #3921 in the United States.

What do Emre and Maher mean?

Emre means "friend, brother" (Old Turkic origin). Maher means "skilled, expert, proficient" (Arabic origin).

Are Emre and Maher boy or girl names?

Emre is primarily a boy name. Maher is primarily a boy name.

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