Emory Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-uh-ree / ˈɛməriEnglish; German
Meaning
English: brave; German: home strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Emory is derived from the Old German name Emmerich, which means 'home ruler.' It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century. Emory is also associated with several notable institutions, including Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Trend Summary
Emory has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emorye
- Emorys
International Variants
- Emmerich (German)
- Émeric (French)
Famous people named Emory
Emory Cohen is an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Place Beyond the Pines.'.
Emory University is a prestigious private research university located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Emory Jones is a notable American football player who played as a quarterback.
Emory L. Cowan was an American politician who served in the state legislature.
Fictional characters named Emory
Emory is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Emory is a character in the book series 'The Last Kids on Earth,' where he is one of the main protagonists.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emory was first seen in the United States in 1880. Emory has ranked as high as #602 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Emory has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emory (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NC | 28 | |
TX | 27 | |
FL | 21 | |
CA | 18 | |
PA | 18 | |
VA | 15 | |
NY | 11 | |
IL | 11 | |
TN | 11 | |
GA | 10 | |
WA | 7 | |
OH | 7 | |
IN | 7 | |
SC | 6 | |
MD | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 40 |
1881 | 42 |
1882 | 38 |
1883 | 38 |
1884 | 38 |
1885 | 34 |
1886 | 37 |
1887 | 33 |
1888 | 35 |
1889 | 37 |
1890 | 29 |
1891 | 23 |
1892 | 38 |
1893 | 27 |
1894 | 40 |
1895 | 42 |
1896 | 46 |
1897 | 39 |
1898 | 37 |
1899 | 41 |
1900 | 52 |
1901 | 44 |
1902 | 58 |
1903 | 32 |
1904 | 42 |
1905 | 43 |
1906 | 39 |
1907 | 52 |
1908 | 42 |
1909 | 57 |
1910 | 55 |
1911 | 74 |
1912 | 117 |
1913 | 151 |
1914 | 189 |
1915 | 225 |
1916 | 229 |
1917 | 238 |
1918 | 226 |
1919 | 224 |
1920 | 308 |
1921 | 261 |
1922 | 263 |
1923 | 243 |
1924 | 263 |
1925 | 262 |
1926 | 224 |
1927 | 227 |
1928 | 228 |
1929 | 223 |
1930 | 202 |
1931 | 218 |
1932 | 227 |
1933 | 188 |
1934 | 165 |
1935 | 174 |
1936 | 197 |
1937 | 186 |
1938 | 170 |
1939 | 178 |
1940 | 186 |
1941 | 175 |
1942 | 204 |
1943 | 190 |
1944 | 179 |
1945 | 158 |
1946 | 184 |
1947 | 176 |
1948 | 202 |
1949 | 150 |
1950 | 163 |
1951 | 139 |
1952 | 143 |
1953 | 160 |
1954 | 170 |
1955 | 141 |
1956 | 133 |
1957 | 148 |
1958 | 108 |
1959 | 135 |
1960 | 130 |
1961 | 123 |
1962 | 124 |
1963 | 140 |
1964 | 149 |
1965 | 89 |
1966 | 109 |
1967 | 81 |
1968 | 90 |
1969 | 97 |
1970 | 83 |
1971 | 90 |
1972 | 63 |
1973 | 73 |
1974 | 70 |
1975 | 58 |
1976 | 61 |
1977 | 52 |
1978 | 64 |
1979 | 68 |
1980 | 78 |
1981 | 66 |
1982 | 77 |
1983 | 49 |
1984 | 54 |
1985 | 50 |
1986 | 53 |
1987 | 53 |
1988 | 57 |
1989 | 58 |
1990 | 61 |
1991 | 57 |
1992 | 56 |
1993 | 65 |
1994 | 70 |
1995 | 71 |
1996 | 71 |
1997 | 64 |
1998 | 80 |
1999 | 69 |
2000 | 97 |
2001 | 78 |
2002 | 86 |
2003 | 92 |
2004 | 120 |
2005 | 114 |
2006 | 139 |
2007 | 152 |
2008 | 133 |
2009 | 165 |
2010 | 184 |
2011 | 174 |
2012 | 207 |
2013 | 232 |
2014 | 255 |
2015 | 271 |
2016 | 271 |
2017 | 282 |
2018 | 288 |
2019 | 286 |
2020 | 281 |
2021 | 293 |
2022 | 287 |
2023 | 295 |
2024 | 271 |