Emmet Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-it / ˈɛmɪtHebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: truth; Irish: whole
Historical & Cultural Background
Emmet is derived from the Hebrew name 'Emet', meaning truth. In Irish, it is a diminutive of 'Emmet', which can mean whole or universal. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting different meanings and significance. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Emmet has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emmett
- Emmette
International Variants
- Emmet (English)
- Emmette (French)
Famous people named Emmet
Emmet Kelly was an American clown and actor known for his character 'Weary Willie'.
Emmet Sullivan was a notable American politician who served in the state legislature.
Emmet O'Brien was an influential Irish-American businessman in the 19th century.
Emmet Fox was a prominent New Thought spiritual leader and author.
Fictional characters named Emmet
Emmet Brickowski is the main character in 'The Lego Movie', known for his optimistic personality.
Emmet is a character in the animated series 'The Lego Ninjago Movie', where he plays a supporting role.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmet was first seen in the United States in 1880. Emmet has ranked as high as #1132 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Emmet has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emmet (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| IA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| MA | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 34 |
| 1881 | 24 |
| 1882 | 22 |
| 1883 | 25 |
| 1884 | 25 |
| 1885 | 20 |
| 1886 | 24 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1888 | 30 |
| 1889 | 24 |
| 1890 | 24 |
| 1891 | 14 |
| 1892 | 19 |
| 1893 | 19 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 31 |
| 1896 | 21 |
| 1897 | 13 |
| 1898 | 13 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 27 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 27 |
| 1904 | 19 |
| 1905 | 18 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 26 |
| 1910 | 19 |
| 1911 | 38 |
| 1912 | 37 |
| 1913 | 59 |
| 1914 | 52 |
| 1915 | 86 |
| 1916 | 70 |
| 1917 | 67 |
| 1918 | 82 |
| 1919 | 73 |
| 1920 | 99 |
| 1921 | 91 |
| 1922 | 81 |
| 1923 | 80 |
| 1924 | 62 |
| 1925 | 66 |
| 1926 | 70 |
| 1927 | 61 |
| 1928 | 71 |
| 1929 | 44 |
| 1930 | 58 |
| 1931 | 37 |
| 1932 | 44 |
| 1933 | 44 |
| 1934 | 40 |
| 1935 | 32 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 26 |
| 1940 | 30 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 40 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 39 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 33 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 29 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 29 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 22 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 41 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 40 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 66 |
| 2004 | 74 |
| 2005 | 93 |
| 2006 | 80 |
| 2007 | 78 |
| 2008 | 82 |
| 2009 | 103 |
| 2010 | 132 |
| 2011 | 147 |
| 2012 | 158 |
| 2013 | 174 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2015 | 262 |
| 2016 | 243 |
| 2017 | 220 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 190 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 122 |
| 2023 | 136 |
| 2024 | 108 |