Emre
Emre is a boys' name of Turkish origin meaning “friend, lover.”
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how do you pronounce Emre?
EM-reh
where does the name Emre come from?
In Turkish, Emre carries the senses of loving or desiring and of a friend, and also of being quiet or gentle. The earliest known bearer is the Turkic khagan Amrak.
Emre means friend or companion in Turkish and is deeply connected to Yunus Emre, the 13th-century Sufi poet whose mystical verses about divine love, tolerance, and human brotherhood remain central to Turkish literature and spiritual identity. His poetry influenced Turkish humanism for centuries.
the history of Emre
The medieval Turkish bards Yunus Emre and Tapduk Emre used Emre as a nickname or title, which probably lies behind its later use as a given name.
who are famous people named Emre?
- Yunus Emre (foundational Turkish Sufi poet and mystic)
- Emre Can (Turkish-German professional footballer)
what names are similar to Emre?
what names go well with Emre?
Sibling names that share Emre's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Emre
What does the name Emre mean?
Emre means “friend, lover”.
What is the origin of the name Emre?
Emre comes from the Turkish naming tradition.
How popular is the name Emre?
Emre has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Emre a boy or girl name?
Emre is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Emre?
Emre is pronounced EM-reh, with 2 syllables.
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