Rising since 2002, #1,571 for boys today.
Popularity of Emeric since 1924
Babies named Emeric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 295 |
| 2020s | 319 |
Meaning & origin
Emeric is a rare but steadily climbing choice in the United States, ranking 1,571 in 2025 with a rate of 1 in 15,816 boys. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 2002, and it reached its peak popularity in 2025, showing no signs of decline. While never common, the name enjoys a classic, medieval feel and has historical ties to Hungarian royalty through Saint Emeric. Its top states include Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, suggesting a regional inclination toward this distinctive name. Parents seeking a name that stands out without being unfamiliar may find Emeric an appealing alternative to more popular Germanic names.
Emeric is a form of the Germanic name Amalric, composed of 'amal' (work, vigor) and 'ric' (ruler). Introduced to Hungary through the canonized son of Saint Stephen, known as Saint Emeric (Imre), the name has been used in Central and Eastern Europe. The English form likely arrived via French influence, but the name has never been common in the English-speaking world.
Where Emeric is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Emeric” around the world
Where Emeric lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Rick, Eric
Sibling names for Emeric
Names that share Emeric's style, for a brother or sister.
