Emeric

At a Glance: Name: Emeric – Meaning: ruler of the home; 'home ruler' – Origin: Germanic (Old High German Emmerich/Heimirich) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: EM-er-ik

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Emeric is a Germanic name that means 'ruler of the home,' or 'home ruler,' and comes from the Old High German Emmerich and Heimirich. It's pronounced EM-er-ik. If you want a name with a clear, old-world root and a meaning that's easy to explain to family and friends, this one fits.

Meaning & Origin of Emeric

Meaning: Ruler of the home; 'home ruler'.

Origin: Germanic (Old High German Emmerich/Heimirich).

How to Pronounce Emeric

Phonetic: EM-er-ik   IPA: /ˈɛm.ər.ɪk/

Popularity of Emeric

Emeric ranked #2313 in 2024, with 61 babies given the name, just shy of its peak of #2296 in 2019, when 60 babies received it. It's a rare name, but it has held steady near the same spot in recent years.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1924–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Emeric mean?

Ruler of the home; ‘home ruler’.

How do you pronounce Emeric?

Emeric is pronounced EM-er-ik (IPA: /ˈɛm.ər.ɪk/).

Is Emeric a popular name right now?

Emeric is near its all-time peak (#2296 in 2019), ranked #2313 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1924–2024.)

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