Amery

♀ Girl

Pronounced AY-mə-ree /ˈeɪ.mə.ri/High

Meaning: Spelling of Emery/Amory — from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Soft and modern: Amery spells Emery/Amory — 'brave ruler' — for a daughter. Sleek, gentle, and unisex.

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Origin MediumGerman

MeaningSpelling of Emery/Amory — from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#4996 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 630

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

Amery is a spelling of Emery/Amory — from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'. A sleek, modern surname-name; the A- styling personalizes it, here for girls.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, brave-ruler at the root, and sleek.

Did you know? Emery/Amory comes from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' (or 'industrious') — Amery is a soft A- spelling, leaning feminine.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Emery — root etymology

Variations

EmeryAmoryEmory

Nicknames

Ami

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amery mean?

Amery spells Emery/Amory — 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'.

How do you pronounce Amery?

It's said AY-mə-ree /ˈeɪ.mə.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Amery a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Amery?

Amery is a rare name in the U.S.