Eren

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Pronounced EH-ren /ˈɛ.rɛn/High

Meaning: From the Turkish eren, 'a saint; a holy/enlightened person; one who has reached spiritual maturity'; used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: A saint; a holy one: Eren is Turkish. Crisp, classic, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).

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Origin LowTurkish

MeaningFrom the Turkish eren, 'a saint; a holy/enlightened person; one who has reached spiritual maturity'; used for both sexes; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#12297 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 204

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Eren comes from the Turkish eren, 'a saint; a holy/enlightened person; one who has reached spiritual maturity'. Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'EH-ren').

In the U.S. it appears in Turkish families. Rare, a-saint at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Eren means 'a saint; a holy/enlightened person' in Turkish — a crisp, classic name used for both sexes (here for a girl; said 'EH-ren').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Eren — Turkish; unisex

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eren mean?

Eren is Turkish for 'a saint; a holy/enlightened person'; used for both sexes; here for a girl.

How do you pronounce Eren?

It's said EH-ren /ˈɛ.rɛn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Eren a boy or girl name?

Eren is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Eren?

Eren is a very rare name in the U.S.