Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emmitt is a name with roots in Old French and Latin, meaning 'rival' or 'to strive'. It evolved through various linguistic stages from Aymet to its modern form. The name embodies traits of determination and competitiveness, and it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be viewed positively today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmɪt/
Origin
Old French and Latin
Etymology
The name Emmitt is derived from the Old French given name 'Aymet' and the Latin 'Aemilius', which means 'rival' or 'to strive'.
Meaning
Rival, one who strives
Language Evolution
Aymet (Old French), Aemilius (Latin), Emmet (Middle English), Emmitt (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Emmitt gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century and has remained a recognizable name since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Emmet, Emmett, Emmit
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emmitt is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with determination and resilience.
Famous People
Emmitt Smith - American football player and Hall of Famer, Emmitt Till - African American civil rights figure
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 571 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 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 | 618th of 7545 | 1,662 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 688th of 6773 | 1,486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 840th of 7552 | 1,500 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1301st of 10718 | 679 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1930th of 16616 | 584 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1326th of 24088 | 1,836 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 575th of 23106 | 5,881 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
67.37% 954th/1416 |
- |
17.62% 417th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.49% 997th/1546 |
- |
20.06% 472nd/2353 |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.44% 1190th/2227 |
- |
21.35% 609th/2853 |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.43% 1540th/2937 |
- |
30.30% 1066th/3518 |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.87% 1985th/3685 |
- |
33.31% 1730th/5194 |
45.80% 2893rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.86% 956th/4582 |
34.84% 1799th/5164 |
20.58% 1505th/7313 |
18.75% 1399th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.22% 407th/3984 |
16.34% 733rd/4487 |
9.09% 620th/6822 |
9.99% 627th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
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 Mississippi 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. 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, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 618th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 688th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 840th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1301st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1930th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1326th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 575th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.