"prince, commander"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Emar
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A rare poetic name with Arabic and Turkish roots
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Meaning & Origin
"friend, lover (of God)"
Origin: Turkish
Language: Turkish
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The Story of Emar
Emar appears to be a rare variant of Emir (from Arabic amir meaning prince, commander) or a creative spelling of Emre (a Turkish name meaning friend, brother with Sufi poetic roots, most associated with the medieval mystic poet Yunus Emre). It may also be related to the Irish name Eimar or Emer, from Celtic mythology.
Emar is an extremely rare name, found occasionally in American naming as a creative, distinctive variant of Amar, Omar, or Emir. Its brevity and strong sound give it an appealing minimalist quality.
If derived from Yunus Emre (1238-1320), the Sufi mystical poet whose works form the foundation of Turkish literary language, Emar would carry deep spiritual and poetic significance. Yunus Emre is considered one of the greatest poets of the Turkic world, celebrating divine love and human brotherhood.
Historical Record
Emar first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 28 babies have been named Emar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emar is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,302 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yunus Emre (c. 1240-1321) is one of the most celebrated poets in Turkish history, his works read for 700 years
- The name Emir (related root) is used by royalty and nobility across the Arab world
- Celtic mythology has an Emer/Eimar — in Irish legend, Emer was the wife of the hero Cu Chulainn, celebrated for her six gifts of womanhood
Emar in Other Languages
Arabic
إيمار
French
Emar
Persian
ایمار
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Turkish
Emar
Popularity Over Time
#33,302
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Sufi mystic poet whose Turkish-language verse shaped Turkish literature and spiritual culture for 700 years
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #33,302
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American Middle Eastern
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Em
Mar
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emar
What does the name Emar mean?
"prince, commander" (from Arabic). "friend, lover (of God)" (from Turkish). Emar appears to be a rare variant of Emir (from Arabic amir meaning prince, commander) or a creative spelling of Emre (a Turkish name meaning friend, brother with Sufi poetic roots, most associated with the medieval mystic poet Yunus Emre). It may also be related to the Irish name Eimar or Emer, from Celtic mythology.
What is the origin of the name Emar?
Emar has Arabic, Turkish, American, and Middle Eastern origins. In Arabic, it means "prince, commander". In Turkish, it means "friend, lover (of God)".
Is Emar a boy or girl name?
Emar is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Emar?
Emar is currently ranked #33302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Emar?
Common nicknames for Emar include Mar.
What are good middle names for Emar?
Popular middle name pairings include Emar James, Emar Lee, Emar Michael, Emar Hassan, Emar Ali, Emar Rahman, and Emar Kareem.
What are good sibling names for Emar?
Names that pair well with Emar as siblings include Amir, Omar, Tariq, Zara, Nadia, Layla, and Yasmin.
How many syllables does Emar have?
Emar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Emar a common or rare name?
Emar is an uncommon name, ranked #33302 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Emar
Emar is a boy name with American and Middle Eastern origins . The name means "prince, commander" in Arabic .
Emar is currently ranked #33,302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Emar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Emar include Em and Mar. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emar include Emanuel, Emari, Emad, Eman, Emani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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