Emmet
EH-met
Popularity
#1591
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
6,856
Peak Year
#262 in 2015
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An English variant of Emmett, derived from a surname of Germanic origin or from the Hebrew name for truth, 'emmet'.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Emmet Gowin
American photographer known for family portraits.
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