Turkish · Boy Name
Emre.
“Friendship, love, affection”
- MeaningFriendship, love, affection
- OriginTurkish
- GenderBoy
- PronunciationE-mre
About the name
Emre is a Turkish name traditionally given to a boy. It means “Friendship, love, affection.” Islam places emphasis on names with beautiful meanings — the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have occasionally renamed companions whose names carried heavy or unpleasant connotations. A name like Emre is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Emre mean?+
Emre means "Friendship, love, affection". It is a Turkish name, traditionally given to a boy.
How do you write Emre in Arabic?+
Emre is a Turkish name. The Arabic form is written based on the phonetic spelling.
Is Emre a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Emre is an established Islamic name of Turkish origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Friendship, love, affection" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Emre?+
A simple English reading is E-mre. For the authentic Arabic pronunciation, listen to a native speaker — most regional recitation apps and Qur'an platforms have high-quality audio for common names.