Emre
Meaning of Emre
The name Emre is a captivating choice for a baby boy, rooted deeply in Turkish heritage. Pronounced as EM-ray, this name carries a sense of cultural richness and historical significance. Emre is often associated with the Turkish word for "friend" or "lover," symbolizing warmth and affection. A notable variation of the name is Emrah, which shares similar cultural roots.
In the United States, Emre has maintained a modest yet steady presence over the years. It achieved its highest rank in 2003 at 2579 with 39 occurrences, demonstrating its appeal among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names. The name's consistent usage highlights its enduring charm and versatility. Whether you have Turkish ancestry or simply appreciate global names with profound meanings, Emre stands out as a beautiful and distinctive option for your baby boy.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as EM-ray (/ˈɛm.reɪ/)
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Notable People Named Emre
| Emre Can is a versatile German professional footballer who plays for Borussia Dortmund and the Germany national team. |
| Emre Aydın is a Turkish rock singer-songwriter who won the MTV Europe Music Awards 2008 in the "Europe's Favourite Act" category and was the former lead singer for the Turkish rock band 6. Cadde. |
| Emre Arolat is a renowned Turkish architect who co-founded EAA-Emre Arolat Architecture in 2004. |
| Emre Vatansever is a professional basketball coach who most recently served as the interim head coach and general manager of the Chicago Sky in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). |
| Niyazi Emre Altuğ is a Turkish actor and singer. |
| Emre Akbaba is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder for Adana Demirspor in the Süper Lig and the Turkey national team. |
| Emre Taşdemir is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as a left back for Pendikspor and the Turkey national team. |
| Emre Demir is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder or winger for Ümraniyespor, currently on loan from Fenerbahçe. |
| Emre Şimşek is a 1.78m tall Turkish Olympian skier coached by his father İsmail Şimşek, competing in alpine disciplines. |
| Emre Zafer Barnes is a Jamaica-born Turkish sprinter who won the 100m race at the 2015 Salzburg Athletics Gala and achieved third place at the 2021 Islamic Solidarity Games. |
| Emre Bayav is a Turkish professional basketball player known for his time with Beşiktaş in the Turkish Basketball Super League. |
| Emre Gökay is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as a winger for the Süper Lig Sivasspor. |
| Emre Ünver is a Dutch politician who has served in various governmental positions, including as a member of the House of Representatives and the municipal council of Amsterdam. |
| Emre Çiftçi is a Turkish freestyle wrestler who competes in the 86 kg division and is a member of Ankara ASKI. |
| Emre Aktaş is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as a forward at Orhangazispor. |
