Rising since 1993, #2,035 for boys today.
Popularity of Emari since 1988
Babies named Emari per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 |
| 1990s | 128 | 82 |
| 2000s | 361 | 283 |
| 2010s | 426 | 441 |
| 2020s | 251 | 378 |
Meaning & origin
Emari is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 1993, a time when invented names and creative spellings were becoming more popular. Since then, its usage has steadily risen, peaking at rank #2035 in 2025. The name is given to about 1 in every 23,398 newborns, reflecting a moderate but increasing presence. Emari is used for both genders, though in 2025 it leans slightly masculine. States with the highest incidence include Illinois, Florida, and California, suggesting appeal across diverse regions. Its origin is uncertain, likely a blend or respelling of more established names, which aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring unique, melodic names.
Emari appears to be a modern coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 1993. It may blend sounds from names such as Emily or Emma with the popular suffix -ari, seen in names like Zari or Amari. Another possibility is a phonetic or spelling variant of the surname-derived Emory, which itself traces back to an Old German name meaning 'brave' or 'powerful.' However, there is no clear etymological root for Emari as a given name, and its origin is best described as a modern invention.
Where Emari is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Mari, Emi
Sibling names for Emari
Names that share Emari's style, for a brother or sister.
