Emmett

At a Glance: Name: Emmett – Meaning: whole, universal – Origin: English (surname, diminutive of Emma) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: EM-it

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Emmett began as an English surname — a diminutive of Emma — before parents started using it as a first name on its own, and it carries the meaning 'whole, universal.' It has an easygoing, old-fashioned warmth with real vintage character, and it's straightforward to say: EM-it. If you're considering it for a son, it's a name with real roots rather than something coined for the moment.

Meaning & Origin of Emmett

Meaning: Whole, universal.

Origin: English (surname, diminutive of Emma).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Emmett

Phonetic: EM-it   IPA: /ˈɛmɪt/

Popularity of Emmett

Emmett peaked at #103 in 2021, when 3,662 boys were given the name, and has eased slightly since, landing at #119 in 2024 with 3,001 boys — still a name plenty of families are choosing, just a touch further from its high point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Emmett mean?

Whole, universal. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Emmett)

How do you pronounce Emmett?

Emmett is pronounced EM-it (IPA: /ˈɛmɪt/).

Is Emmett a popular name right now?

Emmett peaked at #103 in 2021 and is ranked #119 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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