Eren
Eren is a boy's name of Turkish origin.
Meaning
Saint, holy person, or enlightened one.
Origin and history
Eren is a masculine name of Turkish origin meaning 'saint' or 'holy person'. It has seen a significant rise in U.S. popularity in recent years, largely influenced by modern pop culture. Its simple two-syllable structure makes it easy to pronounce in English-speaking regions.
Popularity in the United States
2,236 babies in the United States have been named Eren since 1880. It ranks #2733 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #962.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.2 %)
- TX (21.1 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- FL (10.3 %)
- NJ (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 65 |
| 1990-2000 | 113 |
| 2000-2010 | 282 |
| 2010-2019 | 518 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,247 |
Famous people named Eren
- Eren Derdiyok: Footballer
- Eren Albayrak: Footballer
Fun facts
- The recent surge in popularity for the name Eren in the U.S. closely aligns with the global fame of the anime series Attack on Titan, featuring protagonist Eren Yeager.
- In Turkish tradition, the name historically refers to a Sufi saint or a person who has achieved spiritual maturity.