Emmet

Meaning universal, truth
Origin English, German
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Em-met

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.

Variations of Name Emmet

Emmit
Emmett
Emmot
Emet

Nicknames for Emmet

Em
Met
Emmy
MM
Emmet

Famous People Named Emmet

Emmet FoxInfluential spiritual writer and teacher
Emmet GowinRenowned photographer
Emmet DaltonMember of the infamous Dalton Gang
Emmet SullivanAmerican federal judge
Emmet MathesonAcclaimed journalist and author
Emmet RayJazz guitarist and composer
Emmet L. AveryNobel Prize-winning biochemist
Emmet O'NealFormer Governor of Alabama
Emmet John HughesAustralian rugby league player
Emmet CritchfieldAmerican football player and coach

Characters Named Emmet

Emmet BrickowskiProtagonist of "The LEGO Movie"
Emmett "Doc" BrownCharacter from "Back to the Future" film series
Emmett CullenVampire character from the "Twilight" series
Emmett RichmondCharacter from the movie "Legally Blonde"
Emmett ForrestCharacter from the musical "Legally Blonde"
Emmett "Buddy" BoltonCharacter from the TV series "Six Feet Under"
Emmet WalshCharacter from "The Big Lebowski"
Emmet ColeCharacter from the TV series "The River"
Emmet ClarkCharacter from the TV series "Sons of Anarchy"
Emmett ClarkCharacter from the TV series "Switched at Birth"

Other Popular Names Beginning with E

Eliab
Elvin
Eric
Ermias
Esteban
Elisha
Ethan
Emery
Emilio
Everett