Emmi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emmi is a diminutive of the name Emma, originating from Germanic roots meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It has evolved from Emma to Emmi, showcasing a pathway of language adaptation. The name is viewed positively in modern contexts, often evoking feelings of friendliness. It lacks direct biblical relevance.
The name Emmi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emmi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emmi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12490th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11245th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2997th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1918th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emmi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emmi"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛm.i/
Origin
German
Etymology
Emmi is a diminutive of the name Emma, which is derived from the Germanic word 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal'.
Meaning
universal, whole
Language Evolution
Emma, Emmi
Historical Usage
The name Emmi gained popularity in the 19th century as a charming diminutive of Emma, particularly in German-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Emma, Emmeline, Emmy
Modern Popularity & Image
Emmi is perceived as a cute and friendly name, often associated with warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Emmi Roth, Emmi Pikler
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emmi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Emmi"
"Emmi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12490th of 19264 | 25 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11245th of 27321 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2997th of 35406 | 846 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1918th of 30306 | 1,263 |
Regional Popularity of "Emmi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Emmi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.71% 3194th/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
47.86% 3500th/7313 |
40.51% 3023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.92% 2467th/3984 |
46.71% 2096th/4487 |
34.01% 2320th/6822 |
27.41% 1720th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emmi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emmi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.