Emery
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Emery
Emery derives from the Germanic elements "amal" (work) and "ric" (power/ruler), meaning "industrious ruler" or "brave power." The name has been used across English, French, and German-speaking cultures since medieval times, with notable historical figures including Emery de Rougé, a French Egyptologist, and contemporary use in English-speaking countries.
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Etymology
Emery derives from the Germanic elements "amal" (work) and "ric" (power/ruler), meaning "industrious ruler" or "brave power." The name has been used across English, French, and German-speaking cultures since medieval times, with notable historical figures including Emery de Rougé, a French Egyptologist, and contemporary use in English-speaking countries.
Emery currently ranks #74 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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