Emori

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Pronounced EM-uh-ree /ˈɛm.ə.ri/Medium

Meaning: A modern American given name, used as a variant of Emery/Emory; it has no distinct ancient etymology of its own beyond that of the names it echoes.Medium

In 30 seconds: Emori is a modern American name used as a variant of Emery or Emory, with no separate ancient meaning of its own.

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Origin MediumModern American, English

MeaningA modern American given name, used as a variant of Emery/Emory; it has no distinct ancient etymology of its own beyond that of the names it echoes.

U.S. rank (2024)#1523 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births141 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,251

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Emori is a contemporary respelling that echoes Emery and Emory. It carries no distinct old etymology beyond the names it borrows its sound from. Its appeal is the soft, current sound rather than any historical root.

The long '-ori' close gives it a gentle, rounded finish that feels fresh. Its relatives include Emory, Emery, and the French Émeric, all sharing the same opening.

Did you know? Emori is a spelling variant of Emory, so it keeps the same core meaning of 'origin uncertain' while changing the visual style.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name - Emori — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

EmoryEmeryEmerieAmeryÉmeric

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If you like Emori…

Emory— the name Emori most directly varies

Emery— the closely related form sharing the same sound

Emerie— a parallel feminine respelling of the same name

Emersyn— another modern 'Em-' name with the same soft style

Frequently Asked

What does the name Emori mean?

Emori is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Emori?

It's commonly said EM-uh-ree /ˈɛm.ə.ri/.

Is Emori a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Emori?

In 2024, Emori ranked #1523 in the U.S. for girls, with 141 births recorded.