How Many People Are Named Emre?

Complete statistics for the name Emre: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Emre
Very Rare
Turkish

Emre means 'protector' in Turkish, making it a name rich in meaning. Only 929 people in the US today carry this name, which is just 1 in 355,114 Americans. The vast majority, 89%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~929
Living in US
1 in 355,114
Americans
2010
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector
🌐
Origin
Turkish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Protective Determined Caring
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and versatility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

166,367
Worldwide Bearers
#6,324
Global Rank
🇹🇷 Turkey
158,209
🇪🇬 Egypt
1,149
🇵🇱 Poland
990
🇺🇸 United States
706
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
699
🇩🇪 Germany
693
🇳🇱 Netherlands
567
🇨🇾 Northern Cyprus
439
🇬🇧 England
342
🇷🇺 Russia
309

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
924 (99%)
♀ Female
5 (1%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 17
840
Would be under 30 (89%)
103
Would be 30–60 (11%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 943 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2010

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
87
Classic Feel
19
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Emre Through the Generations

Emre has seen steady growth since its introduction to the U.S., peaking in 2010 with 43 births. Today, the name's bearers are predominantly young, with 840 under 30 years old and only 103 aged between 30 and 60. This reflects its status as a relatively new and trendy choice among parents.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 100
California 49
New Jersey 24
Florida 15
Texas 10
Illinois 5
Virginia 5

✨ Similar Names to Emre

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Emre's Turkish roots

📄 About the Name Emre

How Many People Have the Name Emre?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 929 people in the United States currently share the name Emre. That works out to roughly 1 in every 355,114 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Emre a Common or Rare Name?

Emre is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Emre Mean?

Emre means "protector" and comes from Turkish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Emre in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.

When Was Emre Most Popular?

The name Emre reached peak popularity in 2010, with 43 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Emre?

Approximately 929 people named Emre live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 943. That works out to roughly 1 in 355,114 Americans.

Is Emre a rare name?

Emre is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 355,114 Americans has this name.

What does the name Emre mean?

Emre means "protector" and comes from Turkish origins.

Is Emre more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Emre are male and 1% are female.

When was Emre most popular?

Emre peaked in 2010 with 43 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US929
All-Time Births943
1 in X1 in 355,114
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age17
Peak Year2010
World Rank#6,324
Male %99%
Female %1%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.