"faithfulness, reliability"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Emet
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The Hebrew word for truth as a name
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The Story of Emet
Emet is the Hebrew word for truth, one of the most important concepts in Jewish philosophy and ethics. In Kabbalistic tradition, emet is considered one of the foundations of the world, along with justice and peace. The word is also famously associated with the legend of the Golem of Prague, where the word emet (truth) was written on the golem's forehead to bring it to life, and erasing the first letter to spell met (death) would deactivate it.
Emet as a given name has been growing in Israel and among diaspora Jewish communities in recent decades, part of a trend toward meaningful Hebrew word-names. Parents choose it for its philosophical depth and its pleasant similarity to the English Emmett.
In Jewish tradition, emet is one of the three pillars on which the world stands (along with din, justice, and shalom, peace). The Talmud teaches that the seal of God is truth (emet). Choosing this name reflects a deep commitment to truth as a core value.
Historical Record
Emet first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 341 babies have been named Emet in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emet is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,278 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In the legend of the Golem of Prague, writing emet on the golem's forehead brought it to life
- Emet is one of the 13 attributes of God listed in the Torah
Emet in Other Languages
Hebrew
אמת
Aramaic
Kshot
Yiddish
Emes
Popularity Over Time
#3,278
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,278
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Hebrew Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Em
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emet
What does the name Emet mean?
"faithfulness, reliability" (from Hebrew). Emet is the Hebrew word for truth, one of the most important concepts in Jewish philosophy and ethics. In Kabbalistic tradition, emet is considered one of the foundations of the world, along with justice and peace. The word is also famously associated with the legend of the Golem of Prague, where the word emet (truth) was written on the golem's forehead to bring it to life, and erasing the first letter to spell met (death) would deactivate it.
What is the origin of the name Emet?
Emet has Hebrew, Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "faithfulness, reliability".
Is Emet a boy or girl name?
Emet is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Emet?
Emet is currently ranked #3278 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Emet?
Popular middle name pairings include Emet Lior, Emet Dov, Emet Asher, Emet Nir, Emet Gal, and Emet Or.
What are good sibling names for Emet?
Names that pair well with Emet as siblings include Tal, Amir, Noa, Lior, Ilan, and Shira.
How many syllables does Emet have?
Emet has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Emet a common or rare name?
Emet is an uncommon name, ranked #3278 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Emet
Emet is a boy name with Jewish, Hebrew, and Israeli origins . The name means "faithfulness, reliability" in Hebrew .
Emet is currently ranked #3,278 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Emet has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Emet include Em. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emet include Emerson, Emery, Emeric, Emerick, Emersyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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