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Emmery

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Pronounced EHM-uh-ree /ˈɛm.ə.ɹi/Medium

Meaning: Ruler, kingMedium

In 30 seconds: Emmery is an English-used spelling of Emery, a name meaning 'ruler' or 'king.'
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningRuler, king
U.S. rank (2024)#2606 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births67 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,051

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201419912024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Emmery carries the meaning 'ruler, king,' the same sense found in the standard form Emery. The doubled m gives it a softer, more name-like look while keeping the original 'power' idea intact. It moves comfortably between girls and boys, like several names in its group.

It anchors a row of close spellings, Emery, Emory, Emerry, Emerie, and Amery, that trade single and double letters around the same sound. The 'Emm-' opening also nudges it toward the popular Emma and Emily names.

Did you know? Emmery is a spelling variant of Emory, so it keeps the same core meaning of 'ruler, king' while changing the visual style.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name - Emmery — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

EmeryEmoryEmerryEmerieAmery

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Emery— Listed variation and the standard spelling carrying the same 'ruler, king' meaning.
Emory— A variation swapping the vowel while keeping Emmery's sound and sense.
Emerie— A variation giving Emmery a lighter '-ie' ending.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Emmery mean?

Emmery is usually explained as meaning 'ruler, king' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Emmery?

It's commonly said EHM-uh-ree /ˈɛm.ə.ɹi/.

Is Emmery a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Emmery is used as a girl name.

How popular is Emmery?

In 2024, Emmery ranked #2606 in the U.S. for girls, with 67 births recorded.