gender neutral
Ember
spark, burning low
About Ember
Transform your daughter's identity with a name that literally glows. Ember ignites imagination and passion, offering fierce beauty wrapped in just two syllables. This powerful choice stands out in any crowd, bringing warmth and intensity wherever it goes. Ember represents transformation, renewal, and inner fire—qualities that inspire strength and resilience. The name burns bright without being harsh, combining softness with undeniable presence. Consider how Ember captures both delicacy and power: fragile yet capable of sparking flames, small yet mighty. This name speaks to parents who want their daughter to know her own strength, to embrace her unique light, and to never dim her brilliance for anyone. Ember works beautifully across all ages, from adorable toddler to accomplished adult. The nature-inspired element connects to something primal and essential, while the modern sound keeps it fresh and relevant. Choose Ember for a daughter destined to leave her mark on the world, someone who will warm hearts and illuminate paths throughout her lifetime.
Popularity of the Name Ember
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | #883 | #698 | |||
| 2010 | #824 | #638 | |||
| 2011 | #669 | #652 | |||
| 2012 | #577 | #696 | |||
| 2013 | #559 | #527 | |||
| 2014 | #431 | #919 | #616 | ||
| 2015 | #366 | #935 | #532 | ||
| 2016 | #320 | #579 | #396 | #467 | |
| 2017 | #289 | #630 | #356 | ||
| 2018 | #208 | #508 | #283 | ||
| 2019 | #195 | #490 | #415 | #261 | |
| 2020 | #187 | #450 | #271 | ||
| 2021 | #163 | #371 | #348 | #244 | |
| 2022 | #158 | #381 | #281 | #772 | #274 |
| 2023 | #169 | #395 | #407 | #284 | |
| 2024 | #135 | #247 | #329 | #650 | #239 |
| 2025 | #154 | #242 | #366 | #922 | #293 |
| 1996 | #569 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ember
Names Similar to Ember
Nicknames for Ember
- Em
- Emmy
- Emby
- Bee
Famous People Named Ember
| Ember Moon | American professional wrestler |
| Ember Swift | Canadian musician |
| Ember-Blue | American actress |
| Ember Harris | Australian model |
| Ember Marlowe | American fashion designer |
| Ember Schrag | American musician |
| Ember Dickerson | American artist |
| Ember Steele | American writer |
| Ember Opare | Ghanaian journalist |
| Ember Reichgott Junge | American politician |
| Ember Neal | American actress |
| Ember Glace | American ice dancer |
| Ember Katz | American actress |
| Ember Blaize | American poet |
| Ember Strange | Canadian photographer |
| Ember Swiftwater | Native American activist |
| Ember Bria | American singer-songwriter |
| Ember Palmer | British actress |
| Ember Fox | American dancer |
| Ember Crane | American sculptor |
Characters Named Ember
| Ember Evergreen | from the fantasy novel series "The Ember Chronicles" by Emma Raveling |
| Ember McAllister | from the young adult novel "Ember Burning" by Jennifer Alsever |
| Ember Quill | from the fantasy book series "Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir |
| Ember McLain | from the animated TV series "Danny Phantom" |
| Ember Moon | from the video game "League of Legends" |
| Ember Island Players | from the animated TV series "Avatar - The Last Airbender" |
| Ember Celica | from the anime series "RWBY" |
| Ember Flickerflame | from the book series "The Unwanteds" by Lisa McMann |