What does Emrys mean?
Emrys is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek for “immortal.”
What does Deian mean?
Deian is a Welsh form of David, “beloved.”
Emrys vs Deian
Which is more popular?
Emrys is more popular than Deian today: about 157 US babies were given the name Emrys in 2025, compared with 0 named Deian.
| Emrys | Deian | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Immortal | Beloved |
| Origin | Welsh | Welsh |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | EM-ris | DAY-an |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1997 | 2017 |
| Peak year | 2024 (185) | 2023 (13) |
| In 2025 | 157 | 0 |
| Trend | Rising | Steady |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Emrys
Deian
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Emrys | Deian |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 741 | 41 |
| 2010s | 542 | 10 |
| 2000s | 22 | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Emrys or Deian more popular?
Emrys is more popular than Deian today: about 157 US babies were given the name Emrys in 2025, compared with 0 named Deian.
What is the difference between Emrys and Deian?
Emrys means Immortal (Welsh origin), while Deian means Beloved (Welsh origin).
Which name is older, Emrys or Deian?
In US records, Emrys first appears in 1997 and Deian in 2017, so Emrys has the longer recorded history.