Emi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emi is a Japanese name that means 'beautiful picture,' derived from elements signifying beauty and art. It evolved from names like Emiko and has a contemporary image of elegance. The name does not have biblical ties but has become popular in the 20th century, especially in Japan, and is recognized in various cultures today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emi"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmi/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
Emi is derived from Japanese elements 'e' meaning 'picture' or 'painting' and 'mi' meaning 'beautiful' or 'beauty.' It can also be a short form of names that contain those elements.
Meaning
beautiful picture
Language Evolution
Emiko, Emi
Historical Usage
Emi gained popularity in Japan during the 20th century as a feminine given name, often associated with beauty and artistic qualities.
Variants & Derivatives
Emiko, Emi-chan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emi is perceived as a modern and elegant name in Japan and has gained some recognition in Western countries, often associated with creativity and grace.
Famous People
Emi Suzuki (Japanese actress), Emi Wada (Japanese costume designer)
📊 Emi Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Emi Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 259 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emi"
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 "Emi"
"Emi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4967th of 9107 | 53 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6775th of 9204 | 20 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7962nd of 12526 | 34 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4361st of 19264 | 213 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3972nd of 27321 | 384 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2331st of 35406 | 1,221 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1325th of 30306 | 2,130 |
Regional Popularity of "Emi" 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 "Emi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
- |
38.50% 2432nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
46.80% 2417th/5164 |
42.98% 3143rd/7313 |
19.01% 1419th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
51.76% 2062nd/3984 |
35.75% 1604th/4487 |
26.19% 1787th/6822 |
12.70% 797th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emi" 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 "Emi" in the United States
The name Emi is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Emi has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too 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, 'Emi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4967th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6775th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7962nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4361st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3972nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2331st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1325th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.