"home ruler, power of the home"
Origin: Germanic
Language: German
Emmerich
Pronunciation: [ EHM-er-ihk ]
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"work-power, vigorous ruler"
Origin: Old German
Language: German
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The Story of Emmerich
Emmerich is an ancient Germanic name composed of amal (work, vigor) or heim (home) combined with ric (power, ruler). The name is related to the Old High German Amalric and the Italian Amerigo, from which the name America is ultimately derived. Emmerich was borne by medieval German nobility and saints, making it a name with over a thousand years of documented history.
Emmerich is rare in the modern English-speaking world but remains in use in German-speaking countries. It has attracted interest among parents who appreciate medieval Germanic names with historical weight and the cool nickname Emery.
Saint Emmerich of Hungary (1007-1031) was a prince and the son of Saint Stephen I of Hungary, patron saint of Hungary. The Italian form Amerigo Vespucci gave his name to the Americas, making Emmerich the distant linguistic ancestor of a continent.
Historical Record
Emmerich first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 248 babies have been named Emmerich in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emmerich is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,541 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Amerigo Vespucci, whose name derives from Emmerich, is the person after whom America is named
- Saint Emmerich of Hungary is venerated in both the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions
Emmerich in Other Languages
Latin
Emericus
French
Emeric
German
Emmerich
Italian
Amerigo
Hungarian
Imre
Popularity Over Time
#5,541
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Emmerich
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Roland Emmerich
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German film director known for blockbusters Independence Day, The Day After Tomorrow, and 2012
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Amerigo Vespucci
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1454
Italian explorer after whom America is named, whose first name derives from Emmerich
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,541
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- German Austrian European Hungarian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Em
Emery
Rich
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emmerich
What does the name Emmerich mean?
"home ruler, power of the home" (from Germanic). "work-power, vigorous ruler" (from Old German). Emmerich is an ancient Germanic name composed of amal (work, vigor) or heim (home) combined with ric (power, ruler). The name is related to the Old High German Amalric and the Italian Amerigo, from which the name America is ultimately derived. Emmerich was borne by medieval German nobility and saints, making it a name with over a thousand years of documented history.
What is the origin of the name Emmerich?
Emmerich has Germanic, Old German, German, Austrian, European, and Hungarian origins. In Germanic, it means "home ruler, power of the home". In Old German, it means "work-power, vigorous ruler".
Is Emmerich a boy or girl name?
Emmerich is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Emmerich?
Emmerich is pronounced EHM-er-ihk.
How popular is the name Emmerich?
Emmerich is currently ranked #5541 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Emmerich?
Common nicknames for Emmerich include Emery and Rich.
What are good middle names for Emmerich?
Popular middle name pairings include Emmerich Sebastian, Emmerich Maximilian, Emmerich Heinrich, Emmerich Karl, Emmerich Joseph, and Emmerich Franz.
What are good sibling names for Emmerich?
Names that pair well with Emmerich as siblings include Alaric, Dietrich, Lieselotte, Hildegard, Wolfgang, and Brunhilde.
How many syllables does Emmerich have?
Emmerich has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Emmerich a common or rare name?
Emmerich is an uncommon name, ranked #5541 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Emmerich
Emmerich is a boy name with German, Austrian, European, and Hungarian origins . The name means "home ruler, power of the home" in Germanic .
Emmerich is currently ranked #5,541 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Emmerich has 3 syllables and is pronounced EHM-er-ihk, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Emmerich include Em, Emery, and Rich. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emmerich include Emmett, Emmet, Emmerson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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