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Emet
Pronounced EH-met /ˈɛ.mɛt/High
Meaning: Truth; the Hebrew word emet, used as a modern Israeli given nameHigh
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Emet is the Hebrew word for truth — in Jewish thought, the very seal of God — adopted as a modern Israeli given name in the word-name tradition that also yields Tal ('dew') and Or ('light'). The golem of Prague legend turns on the word itself, written and erased on a clay forehead.
American use is thin, mostly in Jewish families, and the name doubles as a sleek alternative to Emmett — different root, neighborly sound. The meaning needs no footnote, only a mirror.
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What does the name Emet mean?
Emet is the Hebrew word for 'truth', used as a modern given name.
How do you pronounce Emet?
It's said EH-met /ˈɛ.mɛt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Emet a boy or girl name?
Emet is used mainly as a boy's name.
How popular is Emet?
Emet is a very rare name in the U.S.