Emeric vs Nigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emeric

Boy #2,332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"home ruler, power"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"champion (from Old Irish Niall)"

Origin: Old Irish via Norman Latin

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Emeric Rank #2,332

Nigel Rank #2,190

Nigel is more popular, ranked #2190 vs #2332 for Emeric.

Is Emeric or Nigel more popular?

Nigel is more popular, ranked #2190 compared to Emeric at #2332 in the United States.

What do Emeric and Nigel mean?

Emeric means "home ruler, power" (Germanic origin). Nigel means "champion (from Old Irish Niall)" (Old Irish via Norman Latin origin).

Are Emeric and Nigel boy or girl names?

Emeric is primarily a boy name. Nigel is primarily a boy name.