Emer
girl nameEmer entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1210 in 1890, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
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rank today
#1210
peak (1890)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1276 |
| 1890s | #1348 |
| 1900s | #1723 |
| 1920s | #4666 |
| 1990s | #13405 |
| 2000s | #12992 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Emer are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Emer alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Emer in 2025?
- Emer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Emer most popular?
- Emer peaked in 1890, reaching #1210 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Emer with classmates?
- Emer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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