Emmet
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
6,856 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2015 Peak Popularity Year
262 Peak Births

Emmet Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Emmet has its roots in Old French, originally derived from a diminutive of Emmanuel, meaning 'God is with us'. It reflects industriousness, akin to the Middle English word for 'ant'. The name has evolved through history from Old French to modern English. Although it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as a unique and creative choice.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emmet"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɛmɪt/

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Origin

Old French

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Etymology

The name Emmet is derived from the Old French name 'Emmet', which is a diminutive form of 'Emmanuel', meaning 'God is with us'. It is also associated with the Middle English word for 'ant', reflecting industriousness.

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Meaning

industrious, ant

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Language Evolution

Old French: Emmet, Middle English: Emmet, Modern English: Emmet

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Historical Usage

The name Emmet gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England, as a given name and surname. It became associated with industriousness due to its meaning.

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Variants & Derivatives

Emmett, Emmette, Emmy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Emmet is perceived as a charming and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and industriousness. It has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.

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Famous People

Emmet Otter, a character in children's literature, Emmet Smith, a notable figure in American football, Emmet Kelly, an American clown and actor

📊 Emmet Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Emmet Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 262 peak births in 2015

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Iowa

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Emmet" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Emmet". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emmet"

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 "Emmet"

"Emmet" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 692nd of 7545 1,359
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1117th of 6773 666
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1686th of 7552 411
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2445th of 10718 250
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2918th of 16616 323
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1689th of 24088 1,272
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1125th of 23106 2,125

Regional Popularity of "Emmet" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
41.24%
584th/1416
57.80%
797th/1379
37.24%
881st/2366
85.99%
982nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
61.06%
944th/1546
71.21%
1108th/1556
69.06%
1625th/2353
-
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
58.24%
1297th/2227
64.77%
1574th/2430
77.71%
2217th/2853
60.61%
1682nd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 63.82%
2223rd/3483
- -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 49.50%
2215th/4475
- 45.80%
2893rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
29.81%
1366th/4582
24.15%
1247th/5164
46.37%
3391st/7313
21.95%
1638th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
20.06%
799th/3984
22.80%
1023rd/4487
26.97%
1840th/6822
17.57%
1103rd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Emmet" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Emmet"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Emmet" 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 "Emmet" in the United States

The name Emmet is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. 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, Emmet has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Emmet' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 692nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1117th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1686th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2445th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2918th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1689th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1125th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Emmet' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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