girl name · Japanese origin
Emi
/ EH-mee /
Meaning
Emi means Beautiful blessing (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
EH-mee
Popularity
#882 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Emi in the US, 1880–2025
Emi first appears in US records in 1916. It peaked in 2025, when 303 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 303.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Emi mean?
Emi is often written with kanji for “beautiful” and “blessing” or “smile.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emi mean?
Emi means Beautiful blessing. Emi is often written with kanji for “beautiful” and “blessing” or “smile.”
What is the origin of the name Emi?
Emi is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Emi?
Emi is pronounced “EH-mee.”
Is Emi a boy or a girl name?
Emi is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Emi?
In 2025, Emi ranked #882 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emi most popular?
Emi was most popular in 2025, when about 303 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.