"whole, universal"
Origin: Germanic
Language: Old High German
Emmie
Pronunciation: [ EHM-ee ]
Girl Name
#735 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
Emma's playful little sister — whole and wonderful
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Meaning & Origin
"entire, all-encompassing"
Origin: Germanic
Language: German
The Story of Emmie
Emmie is a diminutive and pet form of Emma, which derives from the Germanic element 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal.' Emma was brought to England by Emma of Normandy, who married two English kings in the 11th century. Emmie as a standalone name emerged in the Victorian era when nickname-names were fashionable, alongside Millie, Nellie, and Bessie. It can also be considered a variant of Emmy (the television award name).
Emmie has grown steadily as a standalone name since the 2000s, riding the wave of Emma's enormous popularity (Emma was the #1 US girl name 2014-2018). Parents who love Emma but want something more distinctive and playful have turned to Emmie. The double-m nickname feel gives it warmth.
The television Emmy Awards, named for 'Immy' (image orthicon tube used in early TV cameras), share the sound if not the spelling. Emmie's warm, approachable sound fits the British tradition of affectionate diminutive names as given names.
Fun Facts
- The TV Emmy Award is named after 'immy,' slang for image orthicon camera tubes — a different origin from the name Emma/Emmie
- Emma and its variants (Emmy, Emmie, Emme) have been in the UK top 10 almost continuously since 1996
Emmie in Other Languages
Dutch
Emmi
French
Emmy
German
Emmi
Italian
Emmi
Spanish
Emmie
Famous People Named Emmie
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Emmy Noether
Scientist
1882
German mathematician who made revolutionary contributions to abstract algebra and theoretical physics; Einstein called h...
German mathematician who made revolutionary contributions to abstract algebra and theoretical physics; Einstein called her 'the most significant creative mathematical genius'
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Emmie Henderson Fictional
Other
A gentle, resourceful character from children's literature and various regional British stories
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #735
- Total SSA Count
- 382
- Cultural Origins
- English American German French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Em
Pairs Well With
Emmie Rose
Emmie Jane
Emmie Grace
Emmie Mae
Emmie Kate
Emmie Claire
Emmie Lou
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emmie
What does the name Emmie mean?
"whole, universal" (from Germanic). "entire, all-encompassing" (from Germanic). Emmie is a diminutive and pet form of Emma, which derives from the Germanic element 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal.' Emma was brought to England by Emma of Normandy, who married two English kings in the 11th century. Emmie as a standalone name emerged in the Victorian era when nickname-names were fashionable, alongside Millie, Nellie, and Bessie. It can also be considered a variant of Emmy (the television award name).
What is the origin of the name Emmie?
Emmie has Germanic, English, American, German, and French origins. In Germanic, it means "whole, universal". In Germanic, it means "entire, all-encompassing".
Is Emmie a boy or girl name?
Emmie is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Emmie?
Emmie is pronounced EHM-ee.
How popular is the name Emmie?
Emmie is currently ranked #735 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Emmie?
Common nicknames for Emmie include Em.
What are good middle names for Emmie?
Popular middle name pairings include Emmie Rose, Emmie Jane, Emmie Grace, Emmie Mae, Emmie Kate, Emmie Claire, and Emmie Lou.
What are good sibling names for Emmie?
Names that pair well with Emmie as siblings include Archie, Teddy, Millie, Freddie, Bertie, Nell, and Bea.
How many syllables does Emmie have?
Emmie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Emmie a common or rare name?
Emmie is moderately common, ranked #735 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Emmie
Emmie is a girl name with English, American, German, and French origins . The name means "whole, universal" in Germanic .
Emmie is currently ranked #735 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Emmie has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Emmie include Em. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emmie include Emmi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.