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Cemre

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Cemre is a Muslim girl name of Turkish, from Arabic jamra origin, meaning “Ember; the warmth that signals spring”.

MeaningEmber; the warmth that signals spring
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish, from Arabic jamra
Written asجمرة
Pronunciationjem-REH
TraditionMuslim
Used inTurkey

Meaning and origin of Cemre

Cemre is drawn from the Arabic jamra, a glowing ember, from the root j-m-r. Turkish folk belief speaks of three cemre, warmings that come in turn as winter ends: the first enters the air, the second the water and the third the earth, each one a sign that spring is near. Since the 1990s Turkish parents have chosen it for daughters in large numbers.

Is Cemre a Muslim name?

Cemre rests on an Arabic word, though its meaning as a name comes from Turkish folk tradition, and Muslim families in Turkey use it.

How popular is Cemre?

Mostly Turkish, and very popular since the 1990s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cemre mean?

Cemre means 'Ember; the warmth that signals spring'. It is of Turkish, from Arabic jamra origin.

Is Cemre a Muslim name?

Cemre rests on an Arabic word, though its meaning as a name comes from Turkish folk tradition, and Muslim families in Turkey use it.

How do you pronounce Cemre?

Cemre is pronounced jem-REH.

Is Cemre a boy or girl name?

Cemre is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.