Emrah

Emrah is a masculine name of Turkish origin with possible connections to Arabic roots. In Turkish culture, it carries associations with maturity, development, and becoming a man. Some interpretations suggest it may be related to the Arabic 'Amr' or 'Imran,' names with historical and religious significance. Emrah gained some recognition through Turkish pop singer Emrah Erdoğan who rose to fame in the 1980s. While very common in Turkey and among Turkish diaspora communities, the name remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. Emrah has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and balanced syllables. The name represents Turkish cultural heritage while being relatively accessible for non-Turkish speakers to pronounce.

Emrah is also given to girls.

Pronounced em-RAH.

As of October 2026, Emrah ranked #12903 for boys in US births in 2022 and #15899 for girls in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #7070 for boys in 2006.