Emmery
About Emmery
Emmery is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from elements meaning 'work ruler' or 'industrious leader.' It's a variant of Emery or Emory, which were traditionally surnames before becoming given names. Emmery offers a softer, more feminine spelling variation that maintains the strength of its origins. While relatively uncommon, it has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek distinctive yet approachable names. Emmery combines the trendy 'Em' sound (shared with Emma and Emily) with a unique ending, making it both familiar and fresh. Its rarity ensures individuality while its sound gives it accessibility, appealing to parents looking for a name that balances uniqueness with ease of pronunciation.
Pronounced EM-uh-ree.
As of October 2026, Emmery ranked #3141 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2521 in 2014.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,521 | 71 | 39.7 |
| 2015 | #2,659 | 67 | 37.5 |
| 2016 | #3,115 | 53 | 29.9 |
| 2017 | #2,843 | 59 | 34.2 |
| 2018 | #3,066 | 53 | 31.2 |
| 2019 | #2,831 | 59 | 35.2 |
| 2020 | #2,982 | 54 | 33.4 |
| 2021 | #4,436 | 31 | 18.9 |
| 2022 | #2,968 | 56 | 34.1 |
| 2023 | #3,106 | 53 | 33 |
| 2024 | #2,606 | 67 | 41.4 |
| 2025 | #3,141 | 51 | 31.7 |