Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emmie is a diminutive name of Germanic origin, derived from the Latin Aemilia, meaning 'rival'. The name evolved through various forms including Emilia and Emily before becoming popular in its own right. It is seen as a cute and affectionate name today, with no significant biblical relevance, and has gained popularity since the late 19th century.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛm.i/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Emmie is a diminutive form of names like Emily or Emma, which derive from the Latin name 'Aemilia', meaning 'rival'.
Meaning
rival
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Emilia (Italian), Emily (English), Emma (English), Emmie (English)
Historical Usage
Emmie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a friendly and affectionate form of Emma or Emily.
Variants & Derivatives
Emma, Emily, Em, Emmy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emmie is viewed as a cute and charming name, often associated with youthfulness and friendliness.
Famous People
Emmie Humes, an American actress, Emmie Collins, a notable writer
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 509 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 38 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
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
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) | Girl | 792nd of 9107 | 1,518 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1159th of 9204 | 752 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2286th of 12526 | 446 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4399th of 19264 | 210 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4758th of 27321 | 297 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1865th of 35406 | 1,678 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 755th of 30306 | 4,489 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
21.85% 517th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
31.19% 734th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
52.30% 1492nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.76% 2005th/4582 |
49.07% 2534th/5164 |
24.79% 1813th/7313 |
25.35% 1892nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.10% 761st/3984 |
18.94% 850th/4487 |
10.89% 743rd/6822 |
11.47% 720th/6276 |
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 Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 792nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1159th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2286th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4399th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4758th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1865th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 755th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.