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Emmett

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Pronounced EM-it /ˈɛm.ɪt/High

Meaning: From an English surname derived from Emma — from the Germanic ermen, 'whole; universal'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Whole; universal: Emmett is a surname from Emma — 'whole; universal'. Crisp, vintage, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'EM-it').
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Origin LowGermanic, English
MeaningFrom an English surname derived from Emma — from the Germanic ermen, 'whole; universal'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5457 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births23 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 308

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319172025

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

Emmett comes from an English surname derived from Emma — from the Germanic ermen, 'whole; universal' (routes layered, which we note). Long a boys' name, it now appears for girls too. A crisp, vintage name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Em).

In the U.S. it registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, whole-and-universal at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Emmett is an English surname derived from Emma, from the Germanic ermen, 'whole; universal' — a crisp, vintage name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'EM-it').
Overall data confidence 42%
Behind the Name — Emmett — routes layered

Variations

EmmetEmmittEmma

Nicknames

Em

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emmett mean?

Emmett is an English surname from Emma — Germanic 'whole; universal'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Emmett?

It's said EM-it /ˈɛm.ɪt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Emmett a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Emmett?

Emmett is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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