Find out how popular the first name Emre has been for the last 46 years (from 1978 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Emre by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Emre is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Emre being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 36 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Emre.

The history of the first name Emre

The name Emre is of Turkish origin, derived from the Arabic name Amr, which means "life" or "to live." It is a name with a rich history and cultural significance in the Middle East and Central Asia.

The earliest recorded usage of the name Emre can be traced back to the 13th century, when it was borne by the famous Turkish poet and Sufi mystic, Yunus Emre. Born in the village of Sarıköy, near the city of Eskişehir in modern-day Turkey, Yunus Emre lived from around 1240 to 1320 and is regarded as one of the most influential figures in Turkish literature and Islamic mysticism.

Another notable figure in history who bore the name Emre was Emre Khoja, a 14th-century Sufi teacher and scholar from the Chagatai Khanate (modern-day Central Asia). He played a crucial role in spreading Islam and Sufi teachings throughout the region, and his mausoleum in Yarkand, Xinjiang, China, remains a significant pilgrimage site.

In the 15th century, Emre was the name of a Turkish prince and governor, Emre Bey, who ruled over the Anatolian beylik (principality) of Teke during the latter years of the Ottoman Empire's expansion.

Moving to more modern times, Emre Gönlüşen was a renowned Turkish novelist and playwright who lived from 1923 to 2009. His works explored themes of love, identity, and the human condition, and he is considered one of the most influential writers in contemporary Turkish literature.

Emre Arolat, born in 1963, is a celebrated Turkish architect known for his innovative and sustainable designs. His projects, such as the Sancaklar Mosque in Istanbul and the Yaşar University Building in Izmir, have garnered international acclaim and numerous awards.

These are just a few examples of notable figures throughout history who have borne the name Emre, a name that has maintained its cultural significance and popularity across generations in Turkey and the broader Middle Eastern region.

Data source

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