Harry vs Emery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Emery

Boy #825 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home power, ruler of work"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#825
Total SSA Count
302
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Emery Rank #825

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #825 for Emery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Emery more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Emery at #825 in the United States.

What do Harry and Emery mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Emery means "home power, ruler of work" (Germanic origin).

Are Harry and Emery boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Emery is primarily a boy name.

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