Imre is a Hungarian male given name. It is derived from the German name Emerich, which in turn is composed of the Old High German elements "ermen" meaning "home" or "protection", and "ric" meaning "power". Thus, Imre can be interpreted as "one who has protection through power".
The name Imre has a notable figure associated with it in Hungarian history. Imre Nagy was a Hungarian politician who served as Prime Minister of Hungary during the revolution against the Soviet Union in 1956. He was executed by the communist government in 1958, but his role in the revolution made him a national hero and a symbol of freedom for many Hungarians.
In Hungary, Imre is often considered an old-fashioned name due to its historical context. However, it has seen some revival in recent years as parents look for unique and meaningful names for their children.
Despite its origins and history, there are no specific celebrations or traditions associated with the name Imre. It is simply a name that carries a significant historical weight in Hungarian culture.
The name Imre experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in 1964 (9 births), 2012 (10 births), and 2020-2023 (9-12 births). The total number of babies named Imre from 1958 to 2023 is 175.