Emmett
Emmett is of German and Hebrew origin, derived from the word "emmet" meaning "ant" (symbolizing industriousness) or from the Hebrew name Emet meaning "truth." It gained popularity as an English surname before transitioning into use as a strong, vintage first name.
Current Popularity
#119 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce with clear phonetics
- •Double 't' ending gives it a sturdy, grounded feel
- •Strong vintage charm without feeling dated
- •Works well across all ages from baby to adult
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Famous People
Emmett Till
Civil rights icon and martyr
Emmett Kelly
Legendary circus clown performer
Emmett Brown
Beloved character from 'Back to the Future'
Emmett Cullen
Character from the 'Twilight' series
Statistics
75,596
Total births since 1880
2021
Peak year
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