Emmett: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced EM-it · 2 syllables
Emmett means “whole, universal”, from English and Germanic.
From a Middle English diminutive of the female given name Emma.
- Meaning
- whole, universal
- Origin
- English, Germanic
- Pronunciation
- EM-it
- US rank (2025)
- #121
- US babies a year
- about 3,709 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Emmett?
Emmett was the #121 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,973 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #121 |
| England & Wales | #569 |
| Scotland | #711 |
| Northern Ireland | #213 |
| Ireland | #417 |
| Canada | #128 |
| Australia | #186 |
How old are people named Emmett?
Half of US adults named Emmett are older than 54; most are between 19 and 86. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Emmett
What does the name Emmett mean?
Emmett means “whole, universal”. It comes from English and Germanic.
How do you pronounce Emmett?
Emmett is pronounced EM-it.
How popular is the name Emmett?
Emmett was the #121 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,973 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Emmett?
Half of US adults named Emmett are older than 54. Most are between 19 and 86.