Emmitt
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Emmitt
The name Emmitt is an English variant of the Germanic name Emma, meaning "universal" or "whole," derived from the Old High German word *ermen* or *irmin*.
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Etymology
The name Emmitt is an English variant of the Germanic name Emma, meaning "universal" or "whole," derived from the Old High German word *ermen* or *irmin*. It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no specific religious affiliation; notable historical context includes the American jazz musician Emmitt "Bebo" Valdés and the surname of inventor Emmitt McHenry.
Emmitt currently ranks #770 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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