Emre
Emre is a Muslim boy name of Turkish (Old Anatolian) origin, meaning “Friend; loving companion”.
| Meaning | Friend; loving companion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish (Old Anatolian) |
| Pronunciation | em-REH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Emre
Emre is an old Anatolian Turkish name generally taken to mean a friend or lover, understood mystically as someone devoted to God. Its fame comes from Yunus Emre, the thirteenth-century Sufi poet whose plain Turkish verses on divine love are still recited today. That connection has kept the name warm and familiar. For decades it has sat near the top of Turkey's list of favourite names for sons.
Is Emre a Muslim name?
Emre is Turkish, not Arabic, but its strong tie to the Sufi poet Yunus Emre has made it a natural choice for Muslim families in Turkey.
How popular is Emre?
Extremely common in Turkey and among Turkish communities in Europe.
Gifts with the name Emre
- Emre name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Emre baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Emre
Names similar to Emre
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emre mean?
Emre means 'Friend; loving companion'. It is of Turkish (Old Anatolian) origin.
Is Emre a Muslim name?
Emre is Turkish, not Arabic, but its strong tie to the Sufi poet Yunus Emre has made it a natural choice for Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Emre?
Emre is pronounced em-REH.
Is Emre a boy or girl name?
Emre is usually a boy name.