"hardworking; powerful"
Origin: Old English/Germanic
Language: English
Emmit
Pronunciation: [ EHM-iht ]
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"truth"
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- Emmett Till was a 14-year-old African American boy murdered in 1955 in a racially-motivated hate crime; parents should be aware of this association, though many families choose the name as a tribute to his memory
The Story of Emmit
Emmit is a variant spelling of Emmett, derived from the Old English feminine name Emma (meaning whole or universal) with the masculine diminutive suffix -ett added. The name also has connections to the Hebrew Amet meaning truth. Emmett has strong roots in both English and Irish naming traditions, used regularly through the 19th century and experiencing a major revival in the 21st century as parents rediscovered strong, vintage names.
Emmett surged in popularity in the 2000s and 2010s, fueled partly by the Twilight saga character Emmett Cullen and the general trend toward vintage, strong-sounding names for boys. The Emmit spelling is a less common variant that provides extra uniqueness.
Emmett has profound resonance in American history through Emmett Till (1941-1955), whose murder galvanized the Civil Rights Movement. It is also associated with Irish patriot Robert Emmet (1778-1803), a celebrated martyr of Irish independence. The fictional Dr. Emmett Brown of Back to the Future made the name beloved in pop culture.
Historical Record
Emmit first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,319 babies have been named Emmit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emmit is past its peak , currently ranked #3,443 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Emmett Brown (Doc Brown) is the beloved inventor in the Back to the Future film trilogy, played by Christopher Lloyd
- Emmett Till's 1955 murder and his mother's decision to hold an open casket funeral became a pivotal catalyst for the American Civil Rights Movement
Emmit in Other Languages
Irish
Éimíd
French
Emmett
German
Emmit
Spanish
Émit
Popularity Over Time
#3,443
Current Rank
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Peaked 2012
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Emmit
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Emmett Till
Other
1941
African American teenager whose 1955 murder by white supremacists in Mississippi became a pivotal catalyst for the Civil...
African American teenager whose 1955 murder by white supremacists in Mississippi became a pivotal catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement
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Robert Emmet
Activist
1778
Irish patriot and revolutionary leader who became a celebrated martyr for Irish independence after his execution in 1803
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Emmett Brown Fictional
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The eccentric inventor Doc Brown in the Back to the Future film trilogy, played by Christopher Lloyd
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,443
- Total SSA Count
- 34
- Cultural Origins
- American English Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Em
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emmit
What does the name Emmit mean?
"hardworking; powerful" (from Old English/Germanic). "truth" (from Hebrew). Emmit is a variant spelling of Emmett, derived from the Old English feminine name Emma (meaning whole or universal) with the masculine diminutive suffix -ett added. The name also has connections to the Hebrew Amet meaning truth. Emmett has strong roots in both English and Irish naming traditions, used regularly through the 19th century and experiencing a major revival in the 21st century as parents rediscovered strong, vintage names.
What is the origin of the name Emmit?
Emmit has Old English/Germanic, Hebrew, American, English, and Irish origins. In Old English/Germanic, it means "hardworking; powerful". In Hebrew, it means "truth".
Is Emmit a boy or girl name?
Emmit is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Emmit?
Emmit is pronounced EHM-iht.
How popular is the name Emmit?
Emmit is currently ranked #3443 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Emmit?
Popular middle name pairings include Emmit James, Emmit Lee, Emmit Thomas, Emmit Ray, Emmit William, Emmit Joseph, and Emmit Robert.
What are good sibling names for Emmit?
Names that pair well with Emmit as siblings include Everett, Colton, Wyatt, Sawyer, Olive, Hazel, and Ruby.
How many syllables does Emmit have?
Emmit has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Emmit a common or rare name?
Emmit is an uncommon name, ranked #3443 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Emmit?
Are there other spellings for Emmit?
Related spellings include Emmitt.
About the Name Emmit
Emmit is a boy name with American, English, and Irish origins . The name means "hardworking; powerful" in Old English/Germanic .
Emmit is currently ranked #3,443 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Emmit has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHM-iht, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Emmit include Em. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emmit include Emmitt . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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