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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Immortal, divine one
- Origin
- Welsh (from Latin Ambrosius, ultimately Ancient Greek)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- EM-riss
Emrys (pronounced EM-riss, IPA /ˈɛmrɪs/) is a Welsh boy's name that traces back through the Latin Ambrosius to Ancient Greek, and it carries the meaning 'immortal, divine one.' That layered history across three languages gives it a storybook, well-traveled feel. If you're looking for a name with real linguistic depth behind it, Emrys fits the bill.
Meaning & Origin of Emrys
Meaning: Immortal, divine one.
Origin: Welsh (from Latin Ambrosius, ultimately Ancient Greek).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Emrys
EM-rissIPA /ˈɛmrɪs/
Popularity of Emrys
Emrys is rare in U.S. birth data: in 2024 it ranked #1138, given to just 184 babies. That's also its all-time peak across the full SSA record from 1997 to 2024, meaning Emrys has never been more common than it is right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Emrys mean?
Immortal, divine one. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Emrys?
Emrys is pronounced EM-riss (IPA: /ˈɛmrɪs/).
Is Emrys a popular name right now?
Emrys is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1138 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1997–2024.)
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