Emris

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Pronounced EM-ris /ˈɛm.rɪs/Medium

Meaning: Emris is a spelling of the Welsh Emrys, the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek ambrosios, 'immortal.' Emrys is tied in Welsh legend to Merlin (Myrddin Emrys). It carries Welsh heritage.Medium

In 30 seconds: A Welsh name: Emris, from Emrys/Ambrose, means 'immortal' (said 'EM-ris').

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Origin MediumWelsh

MeaningEmris is a spelling of the Welsh Emrys, the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek ambrosios, 'immortal.' Emrys is tied in Welsh legend to Merlin (Myrddin Emrys). It carries Welsh heritage.

U.S. rank (2024)#12813 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 36

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Emris is a spelling of the Welsh Emrys, the Welsh form of Ambrose, from Greek ambrosios, 'immortal.' In legend it is bound to Merlin, Myrddin Emrys. The name carries Welsh heritage (said 'EM-ris').

In the U.S. it is uncommon. Uncommon, legendary, and soft.

Did you know? Emris echoes the Welsh Emrys — the byname of Merlin himself (Myrddin Emrys) — from a root meaning 'immortal,' noted here with its legendary heritage (said 'EM-ris').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Emris — Welsh Emrys (Ambrose); 'immortal'

Variations

EmrysEmmris

Nicknames

EmRis

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emris mean?

Emris is a form of the Welsh Emrys (Ambrose), meaning 'immortal.'

How do you pronounce Emris?

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

Is Emris a boy or girl name?

Emris is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Emris?

Emris is an uncommon name in the U.S.