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Embree
Pronounced EM-bree /ΛΙm.bri/High
Meaning: From the surname Embry/Embree β variously 'a flat-topped hill' (Old English) and from the Germanic Emery/Amalric, 'work-power, brave power'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Embree comes from the surname Embry/Embree β variously from Old English, 'a flat-topped hill', and from the Germanic Emery/Amalric, 'work-power; brave, powerful' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, modern surname-name, on trend for girls in the -ee family (Emery, Everly; nickname Em).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-flat-topped-hill at the root, and soft.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Embree mean?
Embree is a surname-name, variously 'a flat-topped hill' and 'work-power' (Emery); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Embree?
It's said EM-bree /ΛΙm.bri/ β two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Embree a boy or girl name?
Embree is most often a girl's name.
How popular is Embree?
Embree is a rare, recent name in the U.S.