Emmarae

Meaning & origin

Emmarae is a modern feminine name that entered U.S. records in 1996, a product of the late-20th-century trend of blending established names to create something distinctive. It combines Emma, a perennial top-10 name, with Rae, a short and punchy middle-name staple. The name has maintained a low but consistent profile, ranking 10,107 in the latest data (2025), with a peak in 2017. Its rarity means roughly 1 in every 178,585 American girls receives the name Emmarae. The name has not concentrated geographically in any top states, reflecting its broad but sparse use. Emmarae's stable trajectory suggests it remains a niche choice that appeals to parents seeking a unique yet familiar-sounding name.

Emmarae is a modern compound name, formed by blending the popular names Emma and Rae. Emma, of Germanic origin, is a short form of names beginning with Ermen- meaning 'whole' or 'universal', while Rae is a variant of Ray, derived from the English surname meaning 'roe deer' or from a pet form of Raymond. The combination Emmarae first appeared in U.S. records in 1996, reflecting a trend of creating unique, double-barreled feminine names.