Emmerson
Emmerson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Emery.
Origin and history
Emmerson is an English surname-derived given name meaning son of Emery. While the single-'m' spelling Emerson is far more common, Emmerson offers a distinct alternative. It is currently a rare choice for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
613 babies in the United States have been named Emmerson since 1880. It ranks #4063 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1778.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50 %)
- IN (50 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 26 |
| 1920-1930 | 65 |
| 1930-1940 | 24 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 18 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 15 |
| 2000-2010 | 65 |
| 2010-2019 | 230 |
| 2020-2029 | 149 |
Famous people named Emmerson
- Emmerson Mnangagwa: President, Politician
- Emmerson Boyce: Professional Athlete, Football Manager
Nicknames
Em, Emmy, Sonny
Fun facts
- Emmerson is a double-'m' spelling variant of the more widely used name Emerson.
- The name derives from the medieval given name Emery, which means brave or industrious ruler.