UK boy's name
Ekrem
A masculine Turkish name meaning "most highest" or "sublime".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ekrem is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ekrem popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1997 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Ekrem. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ekrem ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 boys were registered as Ekrem.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ekrem as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Ekrem mean?
The name Ekrem has its origins in the Turkish language. It is derived from the Arabic word "ikram," which means "honor" or "respect." The name became popular in the Ottoman Empire during the 15th and 16th centuries, particularly among the ruling elite and the educated class.
Ekrem is a masculine name, and its earliest recorded use dates back to the 16th century. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Ekrem Çelebi, a renowned Ottoman poet and calligrapher who lived from 1469 to 1548. He was widely celebrated for his contributions to the Ottoman literary tradition and his mastery of the art of calligraphy.
Another notable figure with the name Ekrem was Ekrem Hakkı Ayverdi, a Turkish author, and scholar who lived from 1899 to 1984. He was a prolific writer and published numerous works on Turkish literature, history, and culture. Ayverdi was also a prominent figure in the Turkish language reform movement, advocating for the preservation of the Turkish language's rich heritage.
In the realm of politics, Ekrem Akurgal was a prominent Turkish diplomat and statesman who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey from 1965 to 1969. He played a crucial role in shaping Turkey's foreign policy during a turbulent period in the country's history.
Moving to the artistic sphere, Ekrem Bora was a renowned Turkish actor and director who lived from 1930 to 2018. He had a prolific career spanning over six decades and was widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Turkish cinema. Bora's contributions to the Turkish film industry were recognized with numerous awards and accolades.
Finally, Ekrem Başaran was a Turkish entrepreneur and business leader who lived from 1943 to 2011. He founded the Başaran Holding Company, a conglomerate with interests in various industries, including construction, energy, and tourism. Başaran was widely respected for his entrepreneurial spirit and his contributions to the Turkish economy.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Ekrem. While the name has Turkish roots, it has been embraced by people of various cultures and backgrounds, reflecting its enduring appeal and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ekrem over time
The chart below shows babies named Ekrem registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ekrem, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ekrem by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ekrem was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4805 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4052 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Ekrem
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Ekrem: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ekrem in the UK right now?
In 2012, Ekrem was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ekrem most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Ekrem in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ekrem?
A masculine Turkish name meaning "most highest" or "sublime".
How many people are called Ekrem in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Ekrem across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.