Emeric
Emeric is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ruler of work or universal power.
Origin and history
Emeric is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning work or industry combined with power or ruler. Historically popular in Medieval Europe, particularly in France and Hungary, it remains rare but has seen modest growth in recent U.S. birth data.
Popularity in the United States
691 babies in the United States have been named Emeric since 1880. It ranks #3985 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1608.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.1 %)
- TX (21.3 %)
- OH (14.8 %)
- MI (9.3 %)
- IN (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 56 |
| 2010-2019 | 295 |
| 2020-2029 | 319 |
Famous people named Emeric
- Emeric Pressburger: Screenwriter, Film Director
Fun facts
- Saint Emeric was a medieval prince of Hungary whose name became a classic royal staple in Eastern Europe.
- Emeric shares ancient Germanic linguistic roots with names like Emmerich and is related to the origin of the name Henry.