Emmette
boy nameEmmette entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1532 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1532
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2107 |
| 1920s | #2285 |
| 1930s | #2118 |
| 1940s | #2072 |
| 1950s | #2634 |
| 1960s | #3427 |
| 1970s | #4907 |
| 1980s | #6040 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
| 2010s | #9090 |
| 2020s | #9294 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Emmette are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Emmette alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Emmette in 2025?
- Emmette is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Emmette most popular?
- Emmette peaked in 1939, reaching #1532 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Emmette with classmates?
- Emmette will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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