Boy
Emre
prosperous, friend
About Emre
A crisp, modern selection that feels both accessible and international. The brevity works in its favor, creating clean lines that translate well across languages and cultures. Two syllables deliver just enough substance without overwhelming, making it easy for others to remember and pronounce correctly. The soft vowel ending provides gentleness that balances the firm opening sound. This name suits active, creative personalities while remaining professional enough for any career path. Its European roots give it continental flair without seeming pretentious or difficult. Parents appreciate how it stands out in class lists without requiring constant spelling corrections. The compact nature makes it playground-friendly for young children while sophisticated enough for boardrooms decades later. It pairs exceptionally well with longer surnames, creating pleasing rhythm. The name carries subtle strength—confident rather than aggressive, distinctive rather than unusual.
Popularity of the Name Emre
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | #780 | |
| 1998 | #790 | |
| 1999 | #774 | |
| 2000 | #666 | |
| 2001 | #665 | |
| 2002 | #704 | |
| 2003 | #586 | |
| 2004 | #524 | #554 |
| 2005 | #497 | #413 |
| 2006 | #642 | |
| 2007 | #725 | |
| 2008 | #685 | |
| 2009 | #754 | #636 |
| 2010 | #960 | #514 |
| 2011 | #823 | |
| 2013 | #835 | |
| 2014 | #956 | #565 |
| 2016 | #855 | |
| 2017 | #857 | #560 |
| 2021 | #987 | |
| 2025 | #972 | |
| 2020 | #761 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland
Variations of Name Emre
Names Similar to Emre
Nicknames for Emre
- Em
- Emmy
- Rey
- EJ
- Remy
Famous People Named Emre
| Emre Belözoğlu | Turkish footballer |
| Emre Mor | Danish-Turkish footballer |
| Emre Can | German-Turkish footballer |
| Emre Aşık | Turkish basketball player |
| Emre Akbaba | Turkish footballer |
| Emre Aydın | Turkish rock singer |
| Emre Kınay | Turkish actor |
| Emre Altuğ | Turkish pop singer |
| Emre Belezoğlu | Turkish footballer |
| Emre Güngör | Turkish rugby player |
Characters Named Emre
| Emre Özkan | from the TV series "Paramparça" |
| Emre Tekin | from the movie "Bana Masal Anlatma" |
| Emre Genç | from the TV series "Medcezir" |
| Emre Özdemir | from the TV series "Adını Sen Koy" |
| Emre Bey | from the TV series "Kuzey ve Güney" |
| Emre Gözükara | from the TV series "Aşk ve Mavi" |
| Emre Erdemir | from the TV series "Elimi Bırakma" |
| Emre Karayel | from the TV series "Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman Ki" |
| Emre Taşkıran | from the TV series "Aşk Laftan Anlamaz" |