Emrys
Emrys first appears in US records in 1997. It peaked in 2024, when 185 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 157.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Emrys popular?
Rising Emrys has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 741 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 542 | |
| 2000s | 22 | |
| 1990s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Emrys mean?
Emrys is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek for “immortal.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emrys mean?
Emrys means Immortal. Emrys is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek for “immortal.”
What is the origin of the name Emrys?
Emrys is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Emrys?
Emrys is pronounced “EM-ris.”
Is Emrys a boy or a girl name?
Emrys is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Emrys a popular name right now?
Emrys has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Emrys?
In 2025, Emrys ranked #1260 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emrys most popular?
Emrys was most popular in 2024, when about 185 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Emrys?
Names similar to Emrys include Bryn, Eirian, Deian, Gwilym, Iestyn.
What names go well with Emrys?
Welsh names that pair well with Emrys include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Owen, Evan.