"friend, brother"
Origin: Old Turkic
Language: Turkish
Emre
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A Turkish classic honoring the great poet Yunus Emre
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"labor, effort"
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"prince, commander (related form)"
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The Story of Emre
Emre comes from the Turkish and Old Turkic word 'emre' meaning 'friend' or 'brother,' related to the Arabic 'amir' (prince, commander). Some scholars also connect it to the Turkic 'emek' meaning 'labor' or 'effort.' The name is deeply associated with Yunus Emre (c. 1238–1320), the great Turkish Sufi poet and mystic who wrote in vernacular Turkish at a time when most literature was in Arabic or Persian.
Emre is one of the most consistently popular names in Turkey, regularly ranking in the top 20 for boys. It has spread with Turkish diaspora communities to Germany, Netherlands, and other countries with significant Turkish populations.
Yunus Emre is considered the founding father of Turkish literature and one of the greatest Sufi mystic poets. His poems about universal love and tolerance are still memorized in Turkish schools today. The name Emre thus carries profound cultural and spiritual prestige in Turkish-speaking cultures.
Historical Record
Emre first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 938 babies have been named Emre in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emre is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,735 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yunus Emre (c. 1238-1320) is one of Turkey's most beloved poets; UNESCO declared 1991 the Year of Yunus Emre in his honor
- Emre Mor is a prominent Turkish-Danish professional footballer who has played for Borussia Dortmund and the Turkish national team
Emre in Other Languages
Uzbek
Emre
Arabic
عمرة
Turkish
Emre
Azerbaijani
Əmrə
Popularity Over Time
#3,735
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Emre
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Emre Mor
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1997
Turkish-Danish professional footballer who played for Borussia Dortmund and the Turkish national team
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Yunus Emre
Writer
13th-14th century Turkish Sufi poet and mystic, considered the founder of Turkish literature; UNESCO honored him with a ...
13th-14th century Turkish Sufi poet and mystic, considered the founder of Turkish literature; UNESCO honored him with a memorial year in 1991
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,735
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- Turkish Arabic Azerbaijani
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Em
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emre
What does the name Emre mean?
"friend, brother" (from Old Turkic). "labor, effort" (from Turkic). "prince, commander (related form)" (from Arabic). Emre comes from the Turkish and Old Turkic word 'emre' meaning 'friend' or 'brother,' related to the Arabic 'amir' (prince, commander). Some scholars also connect it to the Turkic 'emek' meaning 'labor' or 'effort.' The name is deeply associated with Yunus Emre (c. 1238–1320), the great Turkish Sufi poet and mystic who wrote in vernacular Turkish at a time when most literature was in Arabic or Persian.
What is the origin of the name Emre?
Emre has Old Turkic, Turkic, Arabic, Turkish, and Azerbaijani origins. In Old Turkic, it means "friend, brother". In Turkic, it means "labor, effort". In Arabic, it means "prince, commander (related form)".
Is Emre a boy or girl name?
Emre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3735. As a girl name, it is ranked #40553. Emre is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Emre?
Emre is currently ranked #3735 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Emre?
Popular middle name pairings include Emre Can, Emre Han, Emre Ali, Emre Kemal, Emre Yusuf, and Emre Mert.
What are good sibling names for Emre?
Names that pair well with Emre as siblings include Aras, Kerem, Mert, Zeynep, Elif, and Naz.
How many syllables does Emre have?
Emre has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Emre a common or rare name?
Emre is an uncommon name, ranked #3735 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Emre
Emre is a boy name with Turkish, Arabic, and Azerbaijani origins . The name means "friend, brother" in Old Turkic .
Is Emre a boy or girl name? Emre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,735 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #40,553. Emre is more commonly used as a boy name.
Emre is currently ranked #3,735 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Emre has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Emre include Em. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emre include Emrys, Emry, Emran . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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