Emmie

At a Glance

Meaning

Diminutive of Emma ('whole, universal') and/or Emily ('rival')

Origin

English (diminutive of Emma/Emily)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

EM-eeListen

Emmie is pronounced EM-ee, and it's an English name that works as a nickname for both Emma and Emily. You may see it described as simply a short form of Emma, meaning 'whole, universal' — but it's just as commonly used as a diminutive of Emily, meaning 'rival,' so it really carries both meanings rather than one single definition.

Meaning & Origin of Emmie

Meaning: Diminutive of Emma ('whole, universal') and/or Emily ('rival').

Origin: English (diminutive of Emma/Emily).

A common claim: Emmie means 'whole, universal,' as a form of Emma Actually: Emmie is also a standard diminutive of Emily ('rival'), not just Emma; a 'Spanish' origin (as one listicle states) isn't supported.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Emmie

Popularity of Emmie

In Social Security data going back to 1880, Emmie hit its highest popularity in 1881 at #396, though only 18 babies were given the name that year; in 2024, the most recent year on record, it ranked #735 with 382 babies named Emmie.

Names Like Emmie

These names share Emmie’s style, era or origin.

• Kallie
• Laney
• Addilyn
• Allie
• Averie
• Bailee

FAQ

What does the name Emmie mean?

Diminutive of Emma (‘whole, universal’) and/or Emily (‘rival’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Emmie?

Emmie is pronounced EM-ee (IPA: /ˈɛmi/).

Is Emmie a popular name right now?

Emmie peaked at #396 in 1881 and is ranked #735 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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