Emory
Emory is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Home strength, industrious ruler, or brave ruler.
Origin and history
Emory is a given name derived from the Germanic name Emmerich, which roughly translates to home strength or industrious ruler. Historically used primarily for boys, it has experienced a significant rise as a feminine given name in the United States in recent years. Today, it offers a contemporary, gender-neutral sound with deep historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
10,792 babies in the United States have been named Emory since 1880. It ranks #1563 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #397.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.1 %)
- NC (9.1 %)
- TN (7 %)
- GA (6.3 %)
- AL (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 21 |
| 1920-1930 | 41 |
| 1930-1940 | 29 |
| 1940-1950 | 24 |
| 1950-1960 | 16 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 73 |
| 1990-2000 | 375 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,309 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,182 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,706 |
Fun facts
- The name reached the English-speaking world via the Normans, who brought over the original Germanic form Emmerich.
- While historically used as a masculine name, modern U.S. usage has seen a surge in popularity for baby girls.