Emmett
boy name#121 in 2025Emmett entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #103 in 2021, ranks #121 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#121
rank today
#103
peak (2021)
2,950
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #152 |
| 1890s | #139 |
| 1900s | #167 |
| 1910s | #201 |
| 1920s | #239 |
| 1930s | #289 |
| 1940s | #338 |
| 1950s | #423 |
| 1960s | #546 |
| 1970s | #724 |
| 1980s | #886 |
| 1990s | #842 |
| 2000s | #606 |
| 2010s | #163 |
| 2020s | #114 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Emmett has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 59,500 people named Emmett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Emmett is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Emmett in 2025?
- Emmett ranks #121 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,950 babies given the name.
- When was the name Emmett most popular?
- Emmett peaked in 2021, reaching #103 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Emmett with classmates?
- Emmett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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