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Emmet
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About Emmet
Charming without being precious, Emmet strikes that elusive balance between distinctive and accessible. The double 'm' at the heart of this name gives it a grounded, substantial feel that resonates with parents seeking something solid yet spirited. There's a vintage quality to Emmet that has cycled back into contemporary relevance, making it feel both nostalgic and fresh. The name carries itself with understated confidence, neither shouting for attention nor fading into the background. Two syllables that flow naturally together create an easy rhythm that's pleasant to say repeatedly—important for any name you'll be using countless times. Emmet suggests warmth and approachability, the kind of person others naturally gravitate toward. The name's spelling, with its double consonant and single 't', adds visual interest while remaining straightforward enough to avoid constant correction. It works beautifully across age ranges, equally suitable for a mischievous toddler, an ambitious teenager, or a distinguished adult. Emmet brings character without quirk, tradition without stodginess. For families who want a name that feels like a warm handshake—friendly, genuine, and memorable—this classic choice delivers exactly that combination of qualities.
Popularity of the Name Emmet
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #285 | |||
| 1881 | #335 | |||
| 1882 | #379 | |||
| 1883 | #332 | |||
| 1884 | #352 | |||
| 1885 | #403 | |||
| 1886 | #349 | |||
| 1887 | #648 | |||
| 1888 | #335 | |||
| 1889 | #362 | |||
| 1890 | #362 | |||
| 1891 | #484 | |||
| 1892 | #450 | |||
| 1893 | #421 | |||
| 1894 | #443 | |||
| 1895 | #333 | |||
| 1896 | #429 | |||
| 1897 | #588 | |||
| 1898 | #616 | |||
| 1899 | #561 | |||
| 1900 | #437 | |||
| 1901 | #570 | |||
| 1902 | #619 | |||
| 1903 | #375 | |||
| 1904 | #499 | |||
| 1905 | #553 | |||
| 1906 | #527 | |||
| 1907 | #599 | |||
| 1908 | #757 | |||
| 1909 | #508 | |||
| 1910 | #684 | |||
| 1911 | #472 | |||
| 1912 | #706 | |||
| 1913 | #566 | |||
| 1914 | #726 | |||
| 1915 | #625 | |||
| 1916 | #717 | |||
| 1917 | #767 | |||
| 1918 | #695 | |||
| 1919 | #753 | |||
| 1920 | #633 | |||
| 1921 | #678 | |||
| 1922 | #732 | |||
| 1923 | #730 | |||
| 1924 | #872 | |||
| 1925 | #821 | |||
| 1926 | #777 | |||
| 1927 | #867 | |||
| 1928 | #770 | |||
| 1930 | #869 | |||
| 1932 | #997 | |||
| 1933 | #951 | |||
| 2014 | #961 | #305 | #785 | |
| 2015 | #860 | #261 | #624 | |
| 2016 | #896 | #289 | #847 | |
| 2017 | #949 | #360 | ||
| 1997 | #971 | #96 | ||
| 1998 | #870 | #96 | ||
| 1999 | #773 | #133 | ||
| 1965 | #212 | |||
| 1966 | #145 | |||
| 1967 | #139 | |||
| 1968 | #134 | |||
| 1969 | #119 | |||
| 1970 | #146 | |||
| 1971 | #131 | |||
| 1972 | #125 | |||
| 1973 | #118 | |||
| 1974 | #130 | |||
| 1975 | #114 | |||
| 1976 | #107 | |||
| 1977 | #114 | |||
| 1978 | #98 | |||
| 1979 | #108 | |||
| 1980 | #110 | |||
| 1981 | #87 | |||
| 1982 | #102 | |||
| 1983 | #101 | |||
| 1984 | #108 | |||
| 1985 | #102 | |||
| 1986 | #92 | |||
| 1987 | #97 | |||
| 1988 | #105 | |||
| 1989 | #99 | |||
| 1990 | #88 | |||
| 1991 | #90 | |||
| 1992 | #82 | |||
| 1993 | #97 | |||
| 1994 | #96 | |||
| 1995 | #105 | |||
| 1996 | #100 | |||
| 2000 | #114 | |||
| 2001 | #118 | |||
| 2002 | #130 | |||
| 2003 | #126 | |||
| 2004 | #140 | |||
| 2005 | #143 | |||
| 2006 | #173 | |||
| 2007 | #187 | |||
| 2008 | #247 | |||
| 2009 | #188 | |||
| 2010 | #230 | |||
| 2011 | #206 | |||
| 2012 | #253 | |||
| 2013 | #277 | #834 | ||
| 2018 | #305 | #763 | ||
| 2019 | #246 | |||
| 2020 | #424 | |||
| 2021 | #490 | |||
| 2022 | #456 | |||
| 2023 | #656 | |||
| 2024 | #664 | |||
| 2025 | #853 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Emmet
Names Similar to Emmet
Nicknames for Emmet
- Em
- Met
- Emmy
- MM
Famous People Named Emmet
| Emmet Fox | Influential spiritual writer and teacher |
| Emmet Gowin | Renowned photographer |
| Emmet Dalton | Member of the infamous Dalton Gang |
| Emmet Sullivan | American federal judge |
| Emmet Matheson | Acclaimed journalist and author |
| Emmet Ray | Jazz guitarist and composer |
| Emmet L. Avery | Nobel Prize-winning biochemist |
| Emmet O'Neal | Former Governor of Alabama |
| Emmet John Hughes | Australian rugby league player |
| Emmet Critchfield | American football player and coach |
Characters Named Emmet
| Emmet Brickowski | Protagonist of "The LEGO Movie" |
| Emmett "Doc" Brown | Character from "Back to the Future" film series |
| Emmett Cullen | Vampire character from the "Twilight" series |
| Emmett Richmond | Character from the movie "Legally Blonde" |
| Emmett Forrest | Character from the musical "Legally Blonde" |
| Emmett "Buddy" Bolton | Character from the TV series "Six Feet Under" |
| Emmet Walsh | Character from "The Big Lebowski" |
| Emmet Cole | Character from the TV series "The River" |
| Emmet Clark | Character from the TV series "Sons of Anarchy" |
| Emmett Clark | Character from the TV series "Switched at Birth" |