| Meaning | immortal |
| Origin | Welsh |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Emrys |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Em-rys |
About Emrys
Mystical, enchanting, and undeniably unique—this name captures imagination immediately. Its Celtic roots bring a sense of ancient wisdom and storytelling tradition, perfect for parents who love literature and mythology. The name feels almost magical without being theatrical or pretentious. It's rare enough to guarantee individuality in any classroom yet pronounceable enough to avoid constant corrections. There's an artistic, creative energy embedded in its sound that might inspire a child toward imaginative pursuits. The name suggests depth and complexity, hinting at someone who thinks deeply and sees the world through a unique lens. Parents who want their child's name to reflect intellectual and creative values often find this compelling. It stands confidently apart from trending names while maintaining genuine usability in modern society.
Nicknames for Emrys
| Em |
| Ems |
| Rys |
| Emmy |
| Emm |
Famous People Named Emrys
| Emrys Evans | Welsh poet and playwright |
| Emrys James | Welsh actor |
| Emrys ap Iwan | Welsh rugby player |
| Emrys Cleaver | Welsh cricketer |
| Emrys Hughes | Welsh Labour politician |
| Emrys Roberts | Welsh footballer |
| Emrys Jones | Welsh scholar and historian |
| Emrys Bryson | Welsh novelist and writer |
| Emrys George | Welsh journalist and broadcaster |
| Emrys Price | Welsh darts player |
| Emrys Wledig | Welsh king and ruler |
| Emrys Benbow | Welsh author and playwright |
| Emrys Thomas | Welsh musician and conductor |
| Emrys Watkins | Welsh journalist and editor |
| Emrys Williams | Welsh photographer |
Characters Named Emrys
| Emrys Merlin | Legendary wizard and advisor to King Arthur in Arthurian legends |
| Emrys Killeen | Character in the fantasy novel "The Book of Emrys" by David Michael |
| Emrys Vayle | Character in the "Torchwood" TV series |
| Emrys Gwilt | Character in the novel "Emrys Gwilt" by John Vyvyan |
| Emrys Tucker | Character in the book "Emrys Tucker's Treasures" by Mary Leader |
| Emrys Jek | Character in the TV series "Doctor Who" |
| Emrys Pallant | Character in the novel "The Conjuror's Bird" by Martin Davies |
| Emrys Jenkins | Character in the movie "Under Milk Wood" |
| Emrys Penruthlan | Character in the novel "Oke of Okehurst" by Eden Phillpotts |
| Emrys Rees | Character in the TV series "Pobol y Cwm" |
| Emrys Vaughan | Character in the novel "The Path through the Trees" by Christopher Milne |
| Emrys Delos | Character in the book "The Sweetest Dark" by Shana Abe |
| Emrys Vance | Character in the novel "To Kill a King" by C. L. Wells |
| Emrys Trefor | Character in the novel "The Man with Two Shadows" by Peter Lane |
| Emrys Dinas | Character in the book "The Man with the Silver Tongue" by Dorothy Bowers |
| Emrys Leyshon | Character in the novel "In Two Minds" by Edward John |
| Emrys Amara | Character in the book "The Blue Empress" by Jo Graham |
| Emrys Penbray | Character in the novel "The Eleventh Hour" by Michael Bracewell |
| Emrys Harries | Character in the book "The Trembling of a Leaf" by W. Somerset Maugham |
| Emrys Iwan | Character in the novel "The Call of the Sword" by Roger Taylor |