Emmerson
Emmerson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หษmษ.sษn/ ยท /หษmษ.sษn/
Meaning and origin of Emmerson
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Emery + -son.
How popular is Emmerson?
Since 1880, 2,480 girls and 613 boys in the U.S. have been named Emmerson (80% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1365 in 2013. Its highest rank for boys was #2029 in 1929. In 2025, 89 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Emmerson FAQ
What does the name Emmerson mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Emery + -son.
What is the origin of the name Emmerson?
Emmerson is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Emmerson?
Since 1880, 2,480 girls and 613 boys in the U.S. have been named Emmerson (80% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1365 in 2013. Its highest rank for boys was #2029 in 1929. In 2025, 89 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Emmerson a boy or girl name?
Emmerson is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,480 girls and 613 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.