| Meaning | work ruler |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Em-er-ic |
About Emeric
Distinguished and uncommon, this name offers sophisticated European charm with Germanic roots. The three-syllable structure provides substantial presence while maintaining elegant flow. Parents choosing Emeric typically value rarity, historical depth, and names that resist mainstream popularity. The name carries medieval nobility and literary associations, appealing to those who appreciate historical resonance. Its relative obscurity in contemporary usage ensures genuine uniqueness while remaining pronounceable and legitimate. The strong beginning softens into melodic vowels, creating pleasant phonetic balance. Emeric works particularly well for families seeking alternatives to overused classics, offering similar traditional gravitas with distinctive character. The name suggests cultivation, intelligence, and appreciation for European cultural heritage. It ages exceptionally well, projecting maturity and distinction at every life stage while avoiding stuffiness or pretension.
Nicknames for Emeric
| Em |
| Eric |
| Rick |
| Ricky |
Famous People Named Emeric
| Emeric Pressburger | Hungarian-British screenwriter |
| Emeric Szabó | Hungarian painter |
| Emeric Tapa | Estonian composer |
| Emeric J. "Pop" Despa | Romanian-American inventor |
| Emeric Essex Vidal | English clergyman and writer |
| Emeric Cruce | French painter |
| Emeric L. Wendel | American politician |
| Emeric Lhuisset | French photographer |
| Emeric Wattinne | Belgian footballer |
| Emeric L. Deguire | American lawyer |
| Emeric George | Hungarian ice hockey player |
| Emeric Sala | Romanian rugby player |
| Emeric Hervé | French cyclist |
| Emeric Espag | French writer |
| Emeric Damian | Austrian musician |
| Emeric Bréhier | French historian |
| Emeric Valentin | French rower |
| Emeric Feher | Hungarian musician |
| Emeric Polacsek | Hungarian wrestler |
| Emeric Chroncé | French architect |
Characters Named Emeric
| Emeric "Rick" DuChamp | Character in the novel "The Hundred Lies of Lizzie Lovett" by Chelsea Sedoti |
| Emeric Belasco | Character in the novel "Hell House" by Richard Matheson |
| Emeric Voss | Character in the video game "Baldur's Gate II - Shadows of Amn" |
| Emeric Thane | Character in the video game "The Elder Scrolls Online" |
| Emeric Valmont | Character in the book "The Siren" by Kiera Cass |
| Emeric Garamond | Character in the TV series "The Magicians" |
| Emeric Clay | Character in the novel "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" by Ann Brashares |
| Emeric Le Saboteur | Character in the video game "League of Legends" |
| Emeric Brake | Character in the TV series "The Hollow" |
| Emeric Annwn | Character in the novel "Annwn's Maelstrom Festival" by J. L. Horstmann |
| Emeric Quill | Character in the TV series "Scream" |
| Emeric Zarr | Character in the book "The Icemark Chronicles" by Stuart Hill |
| Emeric Pallin | Character in the video game "Kingdoms of Amalur - Reckoning" |
| Emeric Killins | Character in the novel "Candor" by Pam Bachorz |
| Emeric Chevalier | Character in the book "Unearthly" by Cynthia Hand |
| Emeric Catchby | Character in the novel "Cinder" by Marissa Meyer |
| Emeric Orlan | Character in the video game "Pillars of Eternity II - Deadfire" |
| Emeric St. Ives | Character in the novel "The Elusive Bride" by Stephanie Laurens |
| Emeric Halket | Character in the book "Bringing Down the Duke" by Evie Dunmore |
| Emeric Tokay | Character in the novel "Tokay" by Timothée de Fombelle |