Emmett

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
75,881 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2021 Peak Popularity Year
3,680 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Emmett originates from the Old German name Emmerich, meaning 'universal ruler'. It has evolved through various forms, including Emmerich and Emmet, to its modern version. The name is often associated with strong leadership traits and has biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 19th century and continues to be well-regarded today.

Etymology & Cultural Background

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Pronunciation

/ˈɛmɪt/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Emmett is derived from the Old German name 'Emmerich', which means 'universal ruler'. It later evolved into the English form during the medieval period.

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Meaning

universal ruler

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Language Evolution

Emmerich (Old German), Emmet (Middle English), Emmett (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

Emmett gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with literary and cultural references.

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Variants & Derivatives

Emmet, Emmie, Mett

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Emmett is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with creativity and intelligence, partly due to its use in popular culture.

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Famous People

Emmett Till, Emmett Smith, Emmett J. Scanlan

📊 Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

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

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 3,680 peak births in 2021

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics

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

Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 213th of 7545 9,810
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 299th of 6773 6,446
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 435th of 7552 5,501
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 671st of 10718 2,386
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 876th of 16616 2,047
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 442nd of 24088 9,542
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 124th of 23106 37,708
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 5236th of 9107 46
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 9204th of 9204 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 9775th of 12526 16
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 27544th of 35406 15
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 6936th of 30306 203

Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
14.76%
209th/1416
25.67%
354th/1379
7.23%
171st/2366
22.07%
252nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
18.82%
291st/1546
24.68%
384th/1556
10.20%
240th/2353
26.37%
408th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
19.98%
445th/2227
21.28%
517th/2430
13.00%
371st/2853
20.18%
560th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
22.88%
672nd/2937
21.76%
758th/3483
17.11%
602nd/3518
18.99%
768th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
23.47%
865th/3685
18.48%
827th/4475
18.91%
982nd/5194
14.98%
946th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
6.94%
318th/4582
7.82%
404th/5164
9.11%
666th/7313
5.73%
428th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
1.73%
69th/3984
2.87%
129th/4487
2.58%
176th/6822
1.96%
123rd/6276

Regional Popularity by Generation - 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)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity

This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States

This name shows strongest popularity in Utah 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled 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 too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 213th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 299th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 435th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 671st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 876th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 442nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 124th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5236th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6936th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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