Emmett
Emmett is a boy name of Germanic, via English origin, meaning “Whole, universal”.
| Meaning | Whole, universal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via English |
| Pronunciation | EM-it |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Emmett
Emmett grew out of the medieval surname Emmet, which came from a pet form of the girl's name Emma. Emma itself comes from the Germanic ermen, 'whole' or 'universal'. The Irish patriot Robert Emmet made the surname famous, and many Irish-Americans named sons after him. The name is also tied to Emmett Till, whose murder in 1955 became a turning point in the US civil rights movement.
Is Emmett a religious name?
Emmett has no religious background; it is an English surname name. It is sometimes confused with Emmaus, the village in Luke's Gospel, but the two are unrelated.
How popular is Emmett?
Popular for boys in the US in recent years.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emmett mean?
Emmett means 'Whole, universal'. It is of Germanic, via English origin.
Does Emmett have a religious meaning?
Emmett has no religious background; it is an English surname name. It is sometimes confused with Emmaus, the village in Luke's Gospel, but the two are unrelated.
How do you pronounce Emmett?
Emmett is pronounced EM-it.
Is Emmett a boy or girl name?
Emmett is usually a boy name.