Embry vs Grae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Embry

Girl #4,092 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"universal ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,092
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emm

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Grae

Boy #9,695 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray color"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Modern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,695
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Embry Rank #4,092
Grae Rank #9,695

Embry is more popular, ranked #4092 vs #9695 for Grae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Embry ___

  • Embry Rose
  • Embry Grace
  • Embry Jane
  • Embry Claire
  • Embry Kate
  • Embry Anne

Grae ___

  • Grae James
  • Grae Cole
  • Grae River
  • Grae Wolf
  • Grae Stone
  • Grae Forrest

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Embry

Ember Waverly Avery Remy Rowan

If you choose Grae

Slate Wren Sage Blue Reef

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Embry or Grae more popular?

Embry is more popular, ranked #4092 compared to Grae at #9695 in the United States.

What do Embry and Grae mean?

Embry means "universal ruler" (Germanic origin). Grae means "gray color" (English origin).

Are Embry and Grae boy or girl names?

Embry is primarily a girl name. Grae is primarily a boy name.

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