Declining since 2014.
Popularity of Emmette since 1912
Babies named Emmette per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Emmette's real moment was 1912.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 101 |
| 1920s | 137 |
| 1930s | 133 |
| 1940s | 133 |
| 1950s | 104 |
| 1960s | 70 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
Emmette is a rare variant spelling of Emmett, a name that enjoyed modest popularity in the early 20th century. The name was first recorded in 1912, which also marks its peak year, though with so few births that it never ranked among the top 1000 names. After a period of decline, the name has been on a falling trajectory since 2014. The similar spelling Emmett, in contrast, has regained popularity in recent decades, appearing in the top 200 names for boys since the 2000s. For parents seeking a distinctive version of a familiar sound, Emmette offers a unique alternative, but its rarity means it is unlikely to be shared with classmates. The name is almost exclusively given to boys in the United States, though the -ette ending could be heard as feminine by some.
Emmette is a variant spelling of Emmett. The name Emmett likely originated as an English surname, itself derived from the medieval feminine name Emma, with the addition of the diminutive suffix '-ett'. Alternatively, it may be related to the German name element 'ermen', meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. Emmett gained use as a given name in the 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Emmie
Sibling names for Emmette
Names that share Emmette's style, for a brother or sister.
