Rising since 2009, #1,844 for girls today.
Popularity of Emberleigh since 2009
Babies named Emberleigh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 362 |
| 2020s | 676 |
Meaning & origin
Emberleigh is a modern American girls' name invented in the 21st century, first recorded in 2009. As of 2025, it ranks 1844th nationally, with 1 in 14,882 newborn girls receiving the name. Its popularity peaked in 2023, and it has been on a steady upward trajectory since 2009. Spelled with the fashionable '-leigh' suffix, Emberleigh follows a naming trend that combines nature imagery (the word 'ember') with a soft, lyrical ending. The name is most commonly found in southern states, including Arkansas, Kentucky, and Alabama, reflecting regional preferences for invented and creatively spelled names. While not tied to any historical or literary figure, Emberleigh appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name with a warm, glowing connotation.
Emberleigh is a 21st-century coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2009. It is formed from the English noun 'ember' (a glowing fragment from a fire) and the popular suffix '-leigh' (a respelling of the Old English lēah 'meadow' or 'clearing'), commonly used in contemporary invented girls' names. The name rose in use during the 2010s and 2020s, particularly in southern states, reflecting broader trends toward nature-inspired and creatively spelled names.
Where Emberleigh is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Ember, Lee
Sibling names for Emberleigh
Names that share Emberleigh's style, for a brother or sister.
