The nameEmrys
Emrys is a Welsh boy's name, given in France mostly since the 2010s.
- Boy's name
- Welsh
Meaning
It is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek ambrosios, "immortal".
Origin
Welsh. In Arthurian legend, Merlin is sometimes called Myrddin Emrys.
History
First found in France in 1994, Emrys peaked in the early 2010s and is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Emrys
Emrys in France
Emrys was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 865 births over the decade, 54% of all recorded babies named Emrys. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Emrys in France were born before 2015, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 76 births a year on average, against 65 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Emrys in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emrys mean?
It is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek ambrosios, "immortal".
What is the origin of the name Emrys?
Welsh. In Arthurian legend, Merlin is sometimes called Myrddin Emrys.
Is Emrys a girl's or a boy's name?
Emrys is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Emrys?
Variants and related names of Emrys include Ambroise.