Find out how popular the first name Enis has been for the last 46 years (from 1977 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Enis by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Enis is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Enis.

The history of the first name Enis

The name Enis has its origins in the Turkish language and culture. It is believed to have derived from the Persian word "anis," which means "companion" or "friend." The name gained popularity in the Ottoman Empire during the 15th to 18th centuries.

Enis was a common name among the Ottoman Turks, particularly in Anatolia and the Balkans. It was often given to boys born into families with close ties to the Ottoman court or military. The name was also popular among the Janissary corps, an elite infantry unit within the Ottoman army.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Enis can be found in the 16th-century Ottoman chronicles, where it was mentioned as the name of a Janissary soldier who served under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. Another notable figure with the name Enis was Enis Efendi, a 17th-century Ottoman calligrapher renowned for his mastery of the Diwani script.

In the 19th century, Enis Bey Efendi (1826-1897) was a prominent Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs during the reign of Sultan Abdulaziz. He played a crucial role in negotiating the Treaty of Berlin in 1878, which resolved territorial disputes following the Russo-Turkish War.

Another historical figure with the name Enis was Enis Akiger (1889-1977), a Turkish politician and military officer who fought in the Turkish War of Independence. He later served as a member of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey and played a significant role in the establishment of the modern Turkish state.

Enis Behic Koryürek (1891-1949) was a prominent Turkish poet and author known for his works that celebrated the beauty of Anatolia and the Turkish language. His poetry often drew inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of Turkey and its people.

While the name Enis has its roots in the Ottoman Empire and Turkish culture, it has also been adopted in other parts of the world, particularly in regions with significant Turkish or Muslim populations. However, the historical significance and cultural connections of the name remain closely tied to its Turkish origins.

Data source

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