How Many People Are Named Emmy?

Complete statistics for the name Emmy: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Emmy
Very Rare

Emmy means 'industrious' and has a very rare presence in the US, with only 1 in 29,204 Americans bearing this name. That's around 11,300 people today, making it a truly unique choice. The name's popularity peaked in 2024, showing it's a modern, rising trend among younger generations.

~11,300
Living in US
1 in 29,204
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Industrious
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Diligent Energetic
2
Life Path Number

Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

17,402
Worldwide Bearers
#8,743
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
2,079
🇿🇲 Zambia
1,567
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,305
🇩🇰 Denmark
1,296
🇧🇪 Belgium
1,118
🇲🇾 Malaysia
971
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
874
🇨🇭 Switzerland
697
🇮🇱 Israel
680
🇬🇭 Ghana
618

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
11,300 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
9,646
Would be under 30 (79%)
1,326
Would be 30–60 (11%)
1,292
Would be over 60 (11%)

All 12,264 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
97
Classic Feel
27
Modern Appeal
93
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Emmy Through the Generations

Emmy stands out as a name that's gaining traction among the younger crowd. With 9,646 of the 11,300 living bearers under 30, it's clear that Emmy is favored by parents looking for something fresh and contemporary. The peak year of 2024, with 690 births, marks a significant milestone in its journey towards becoming a mainstream yet distinctive name. As the average age of those named Emmy is just 23, it's evident that this name is here to stay, resonating with a new generation of individuals who embrace its modernity and uniqueness.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 1,385
Texas 952
New York 622
Florida 476
Illinois 409
Utah 291
Ohio 283
Pennsylvania 273
Georgia 250
Minnesota 241

⭐ Famous People Named Emmy

Emmy is a feminine given name.…

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✨ Similar Names to Emmy

📄 About the Name Emmy

How Many People Have the Name Emmy?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 11,300 people in the United States currently share the name Emmy. That works out to roughly 1 in every 29,204 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Emmy a Common or Rare Name?

Emmy is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Emmy in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Emmy Most Popular?

The name Emmy reached peak popularity in 2024, with 690 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Emmy?

Approximately 11,300 people named Emmy live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 12,264. That works out to roughly 1 in 29,204 Americans.

Is Emmy a rare name?

Emmy is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 29,204 Americans has this name.

What does the name Emmy mean?

Emmy means "industrious".

Is Emmy more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Emmy are male and 100% are female.

When was Emmy most popular?

Emmy peaked in 2024 with 690 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US11,300
All-Time Births12,264
1 in X1 in 29,204
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2024
World Rank#8,743
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.