Emmeric Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EM-er-ik /ˈɛmərɪk/
Origin: German; English
Meaning: German: ruler of the home; English: powerful leader
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Emmeric has its roots in the Germanic elements "ermen," meaning "whole" or "universal," and "ric," meaning "ruler" or "power." This name evolved through various linguistic stages, initially appearing as "Emmerich" in Old High German. The transition into English occurred through the Norman influence in the 11th century, where the name was adapted and anglicized, leading to the modern form Emmeric.
The name's journey reflects the broader historical movements of peoples and languages in Europe, particularly the impact of the Norman Conquest on the English language and nomenclature. Historically, Emmeric is associated with Saint Emeric of Hungary, a 10th-century figure who was the son of King Stephen I of Hungary.
Saint Emeric is venerated in both the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church, with his feast day celebrated on September 4. His life and martyrdom contributed to the name's significance in Christian contexts, particularly in Hungary and surrounding regions.
The name also appears in various historical texts and records, further solidifying its presence in medieval Europe. Culturally, Emmeric has been linked to themes of leadership and nobility, resonating with the meanings of its components.
The name embodies the ideals of strength and unity, which were particularly valued in the feudal societies of medieval Europe. While diminutive forms such as "Emery" have emerged, Emmeric itself has retained a distinct identity.
The name's historical and cultural associations have allowed it to endure through centuries, reflecting the values and traditions of the societies that embraced it.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmeric was first seen in the United States in 2014.
Emmeric has ranked as high as #1374 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Emmeric has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Emmeric is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Emmeric was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Emmeric
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Emmeric.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2014 | 5 |