Rising since 1998, #1,043 for girls today.
Popularity of Eimy since 1983
Babies named Eimy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 202 |
| 2010s | 430 |
| 2020s | 765 |
Meaning & origin
Eimy first appeared in U.S. records in 1983, a relatively modern addition rooted in the Spanish reinterpretation of Amy. By 2025 it reached its peak rank of 1043, reflecting a steady rise since 1998. The name follows the late-20th-century trend of soft, feminine endings popularized in Hispanic communities. In 2025, roughly 1 in every 6753 newborn girls was named Eimy, showing its niche but growing appeal. The name saw highest usage in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia, indicating strong ties to East Coast Hispanic populations. Despite its recent emergence, Eimy shares the deep history of Amy, a name that has been beloved for centuries.
Eimy is a feminization of the Spanish borrowing of the English name Amy, which derives from the Old French Amee, ultimately from Latin Amata meaning 'beloved'. It emerged in the late 20th century, influenced by the popularity of -y or -ie endings in Hispanic communities.
Where Eimy is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Emi, Mimi, Ems
Sibling names for Eimy
Names that share Eimy's style, for a brother or sister.
