Emmett
Emmett is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Universal or whole.
Origin and history
Emmett originated as an English surname derived from the female given name Emma, which stems from the Germanic element meaning 'universal' or 'whole'. It transitioned into a popular masculine first name in the United States, maintaining a steady historical presence that has seen a significant modern revival. Today, it is widely appreciated as a classic yet contemporary choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
78,564 babies in the United States have been named Emmett since 1880. It ranks #374 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #114.
States where it is most popular
- CA (6.9 %)
- TX (5.9 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
- NY (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 901 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,136 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,187 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,190 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,433 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,559 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,432 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,988 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,032 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,334 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,072 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,640 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,070 |
| 2010-2019 | 26,161 |
| 2020-2029 | 19,429 |
Famous people named Emmett
- Emmett Till: Civil Rights Figure
- Emmett Smith: Athlete
Nicknames
Em
Fun facts
- Emmett originally developed as a diminutival surname derived from Emma in medieval England.
- The name gained widespread pop-culture recognition through characters in works like Twilight and Back to the Future.