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Empress

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Pronounced EHM-pruhs /ˈɛm.pɹəs/Medium

Meaning: Female ruler of an empireMedium

In 30 seconds: Empress is an English word name meaning 'female ruler of an empire'.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFemale ruler of an empire
U.S. rank (2024)#2029 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births96 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,668

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919862024

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

Taken straight from the English vocabulary word, Empress means 'female ruler of an empire'. As a given name it carries an unmistakable sense of grandeur and authority.

It belongs to the family of regal word names and sets a bold, commanding tone right from the page.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Empress is 'female ruler of an empire', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name - Empress — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Empress mean?

Empress is usually explained as meaning 'female ruler of an empire' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Empress?

It's commonly said EHM-pruhs /ˈɛm.pɹəs/.

Is Empress a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Empress?

In 2024, Empress ranked #2029 in the U.S. for girls, with 96 births recorded.

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