Rising since 2015, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Emerik since 2013
Babies named Emerik per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Emerik is a modern name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 2013 and has been rising since 2015. In 2025, it ranked 5399, with approximately 1 in 100475 boys receiving the name, reaching its peak popularity that same year. The name is most common in Texas. While its origins are uncertain, it likely draws from the Germanic name Emmerich, meaning 'work ruler' or 'industrious leader,' or from the popular name Emery. Emerik fits a trend of stylish, strong-sounding names ending in -rik, and its steady climb suggests it may continue to gain favor among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar option.
Emerik is a modern coinage, likely a variant of the names Emery or Emmerich. Emery derives from the Germanic name Emmerich, composed of elements meaning 'work' and 'ruler' or 'power'. Emerik may also be influenced by the popularity of names ending in -rik. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2013 and has seen modest but steady use since then.
Where Emerik is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Rik, Emmy
Sibling names for Emerik
Names that share Emerik's style, for a brother or sister.
