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Emy
Pronounced EH-mee /ˈɛ.mi/Medium
Meaning: diminutive of Emma/ÉmilieMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
In French use, Emy serves as an affectionate trim of longer names like Emma and Émilie rather than carrying a meaning all its own. Its tidy two-letter sound makes it feel modern even though it draws on long-established roots through forms such as Emilia and Aemilia.
The name's pronunciation lands close to the familiar Emmy, and its variations span both the Emma and Emilia branches, showing how flexibly it can lean. Swedish swimmer Emy Machnow and American actress Emy Coligado both show it in real use across very different eras.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Emy Coligado (1971–present)American actress, played Piama on Malcolm in the Middle.
- ★Emy Machnow (1897–1974)Swedish freestyle swimmer, 1920 Olympic bronze medalist.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Emy mean?
Emy is a French diminutive of Emma ('whole, universal') or Émilie, taking its meaning from its parent name.
How do you pronounce Emy?
It's commonly said EH-mee /ˈɛ.mi/.
Is Emy a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Emy is used as a girl name.
How popular is Emy?
In 2024, Emy ranked #2665 in the U.S. for girls, with 65 births recorded.