Emery
Emery first appears in US records in 1906. It peaked in 2025, when 3,208 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,208.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Emery popular?
Near its peak Emery is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 18,408 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 20,971 | |
| 2000s | 3,550 | |
| 1990s | 571 | |
| 1980s | 172 | |
| 1970s | 55 | |
| 1960s | 12 | |
| 1950s | 14 | |
| 1940s | 10 | |
| 1930s | 12 | |
| 1920s | 46 | |
| 1910s | 11 | |
| 1900s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Emery mean?
From the Germanic Emmerich — amal (work) and ric (power) — “brave, powerful ruler.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emery mean?
Emery means Brave, powerful. From the Germanic Emmerich — amal (work) and ric (power) — “brave, powerful ruler.”
What is the origin of the name Emery?
Emery is of Germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Emery?
Emery is pronounced “EM-uh-ree.”
Is Emery a boy or a girl name?
Emery is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Emery a popular name right now?
Emery is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Emery?
In 2025, Emery ranked #74 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emery most popular?
Emery was most popular in 2025, when about 3,208 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Emery?
Names similar to Emery include Emerson, Everett, Avery, Ellis.
What names go well with Emery?
Germanic names that pair well with Emery include Robert, William, Charles, Emma, Walter.