Imre

Boy

Meaning of Imre: Hungarian: 'universal ruler'

Imre is a boy's name most strongly associated with Hungarian naming. It has 4 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 9316th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.

US rank 2025

#9316

7 babies in 2025

England & Wales 2024

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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted

US babies since 1880

188

First recorded 1958 · peak 2023

Trend

stable

Style: rare

Popularity over time

US babies named Imre per year (Social Security Administration). Peak bar = 12.

Gender split

100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.

Origins & cultures

Hungarian

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