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Emil vs Emry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emil

Boy #1,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Eastern European Romanian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,253
Total SSA Count
158
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emil Rank #1,253
Emry Rank #2,519

Emil is more popular, ranked #1253 vs #2519 for Emry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emil or Emry more popular?

Emil is more popular, ranked #1253 compared to Emry at #2519 in the United States.

What do Emil and Emry mean?

Emil means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin). Emry means "immortal, divine" (Latin origin).

Are Emil and Emry boy or girl names?

Emil is primarily a boy name. Emry is primarily a boy name.

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