Holding steady.
Popularity of Emeterio since 1915
Babies named Emeterio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 41 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 35 |
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 43 |
| 1970s | 54 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 43 |
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Emeterio is a name of uncertain origin, possibly stemming from either the Greek Himerios or the Latin Emeritus. It is linked to Saint Emeterius, a 3rd-century martyr from Calahorra, Spain, which likely contributed to its use in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, though it has always been quite rare. It reached its peak popularity in 1927, when it ranked modestly, and has since declined, maintaining stable but very low usage. With no rank in the latest year, Emeterio remains a distinctive choice, rarely encountered outside of communities honoring the saint. Its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with no notable revival in recent years.
Emeterio is a Spanish name of debated origin. It may derive from the Greek Himerios, which relates to desire or yearning, as seen in the name of the 3rd-century Saint Emeterius, a Roman soldier martyred in Calahorra, Spain. Alternatively, it could be connected to the Latin Emeritus, meaning 'veteran' or 'honorably discharged'. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries, often honoring the saint, but remains relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eme, Meterio, Tery
Variants: Himerio, Emeritus
Sibling names for Emeterio
Names that share Emeterio's style, for a brother or sister.
