Emine

“honest, trustworthy”

Turkish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14090US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

122All-time births

📅 Since 197200

What does Emine mean and where does it come from?

Emine (إمين) is a name commonly used in Turkish and Arabic cultures. In Arabic, it conveys the meaning of honesty and trustworthiness, while in Turkish it signifies purity and virtue. The name is traditionally feminine and reflects admirable qualities that are valued in both cultures. Emine has hist

Cultural significance

Emine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of honest, trustworthy.

Peak popularity

Reached #9408 in 1972 — currently #14090 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emine?

Emine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Emine Grace

How popular is Emine right now?

Falling — down 99 spots — currently #14090 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2022#14090 · Top 10%

1990

2005

2010

2015

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#14090	6	▼ down 99
2021	#13991	6	▲ up 870
2015	#14861	6	▼ down 3378 · -33% births
2010	#11483	9	▲ up 3512 · +50% births
2005	#14995	6	▼ down 1236 · +20% births
1990	#13759	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emine

Best Year2010Rank #11483

Peak Count9

Average Rank#13863

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20226 years

The story of Emine

Emine is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 122 total births recorded, Emine remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #13759 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14090 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Emine in 1972:

Jennifer Michelle Lisa Kimberly Amy

Emine by decade

Emine peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	10
1990s	27
2000s	34
2010s ★	51

💎Emine has only 122 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emine?

Common

EmiEmEmieEmy

What names sound and feel like Emine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Emine also consider these

English · A English name

Emone

American · A beloved name

Ermine

France · The white fur

Erdine

Turkish · a beautiful soul

Jemine

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Emine

What does the name Emine mean?

Emine means "honest, trustworthy" — a name rooted in Turkish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Emine?

Emine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Emine have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Emine?

Emine originates from Turkish tradition. Turkish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Emine trending right now?

Emine is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Emine a common or rare name?

Emine is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.