Rising since 1999, #2,438 for girls today.
Popularity of Emorie since 1996
Babies named Emorie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 132 |
| 2010s | 503 |
| 2020s | 382 |
Meaning & origin
Emorie is a modern feminine spin on Emory, a name with Old German roots meaning 'brave, powerful.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1996 and has been steadily rising in use since 1999, peaking in 2018. In 2025, it ranked 2,438th with about 1 in 22,017 girls receiving the name. Emorie has seen particular favor in southern states such as Mississippi, North Carolina, and Florida. Its soft, melodic ending and familiar nickname options (Em, Emmy) contribute to its appeal among parents seeking a name that feels both contemporary and grounded.
Emorie is a modern feminine variant of Emory, which itself derives from the Old Germanic name Emmerich, composed of elements meaning 'work, labor' and 'power, ruler'. The name Emory was originally a surname brought to England by the Normans. Emorie emerged in the late 20th century as a stylish, feminized spelling, particularly in the southern United States.
Where Emorie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Em, Emmy, Rie
Sibling names for Emorie
Names that share Emorie's style, for a brother or sister.
