Emberly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emberly is an English name that means 'spark' or 'burning coal'. It evolved from the word 'ember' and has seen a rise in popularity in recent years. The name embodies traits of warmth and creativity, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Emberly is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emberly has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emberly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17532nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9514th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5032nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 735th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emberly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emberly"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmbərli/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Emberly is derived from the word 'ember', which refers to a small piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire. The suffix '-ly' is often used in English to form adjectives or to denote a place.
Meaning
spark, burning coal
Language Evolution
Ember, Emberly
Historical Usage
Emberly has gained popularity in the 21st century as a modern and creative name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Ember, Emberlee, Emberlynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emberly is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often associated with warmth and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emberly"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Emberly"
"Emberly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9514th of 27321 | 104 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5032nd of 35406 | 411 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 735th of 30306 | 4,626 |
Regional Popularity of "Emberly" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Emberly" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
55.82% 4082nd/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
15.39% 613th/3984 |
29.17% 1309th/4487 |
9.92% 677th/6822 |
12.65% 794th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emberly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emberly" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.