The nameEmeric
Emeric is a medieval name with a surprising link to America.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
- Feast day
Meaning
Emeric comes from the Germanic Haimirich, "home ruler", through the Hungarian Imre.
Origin
Germanic, through Hungarian.
History
Saint Emeric was the son of Saint Stephen, first king of Hungary. The Italian form Amerigo gave its name to America through Amerigo Vespucci.
Famous people named Emeric
- Emeric Pressburger, screenwriter
Popularity of the name Emeric
Emeric in the United States
Emeric was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 295 births over the decade, 51% of all recorded babies named Emeric. Its rise began around 2006, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Emeric in the United States were born before 2018, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 42 births a year.
Emeric in France
Emeric was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 2,750 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Emeric. Its rise began around 1970, and it peaked in 1988. Half of all babies named Emeric in France were born before 1992. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 16 births a year on average, against 33 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Sibling names for Emeric
Names from the same generation as Emeric, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emeric mean?
Emeric comes from the Germanic Haimirich, "home ruler", through the Hungarian Imre.
What is the origin of the name Emeric?
Germanic, through Hungarian.
Is Emeric a girl's or a boy's name?
Emeric is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Emeric?
In 2024, Emeric was the 2322nd most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 61 births.
What are the variants of the name Emeric?
Variants and related names of Emeric include Emerick.
What are good sibling names for Emeric?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Henrietta, Eleonora, Etta and Millicent for a sister, Lyam, Leopold, Selim and Wolfgang for a brother.
Who are famous people named Emeric?
Emeric Pressburger, screenwriter.