Emersyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emersyn is a modern English name derived from the Old English Emerson, meaning 'son of Emery,' which itself comes from Germanic roots meaning 'brave' or 'powerful.' The name has evolved from Emerson to Emersyn and reflects contemporary naming trends. It carries a sense of strength and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emersyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmərsɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Emersyn is a modern variation of the name Emerson, which originally derives from the Old English name 'Emerson,' meaning 'son of Emery.' The name Emery itself comes from the Germanic elements 'ermen,' meaning 'whole' or 'universal,' and 'ric,' meaning 'ruler' or 'power.'
Meaning
brave, powerful, universal ruler
Language Evolution
Emerson, Emersyn
Historical Usage
Emersyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a gender-neutral name, particularly in the United States, reflecting a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Emerson, Emery, Emersyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emersyn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of individuality and uniqueness.
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✨ Emersyn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,145 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in South Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emersyn"
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 "Emersyn"
"Emersyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19137th of 24088 | 14 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4388th of 23106 | 277 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1544th of 35406 | 2,140 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 205th of 30306 | 17,983 |
Regional Popularity of "Emersyn" 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) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
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66.11% 4510th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Emersyn" 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) |
17.94% 822nd/4582 |
44.81% 2314th/5164 |
22.06% 1613th/7313 |
28.86% 2154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.14% 125th/3984 |
7.60% 341st/4487 |
2.65% 181st/6822 |
6.28% 394th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emersyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emersyn" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Emersyn" in the United States
The name Emersyn is most popular in South Dakota, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emersyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emersyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19137th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4388th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1544th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 205th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emersyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.