Emmy
Meaning: Whole, universal; industrious
Origin: English/Germanic
Gender: Girl
Rank in United Kingdom: #626
Total births: 1,764
History: Emmy is a name that echoes through the corridors of British heritage. The name calls to mind Bonfire Night fireworks and the warmth of a village pub. The name's staying power speaks to its deep resonance with British families.
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Every number here comes directly from the United Kingdom’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #516 |
| Babies named Emmy in 2024 | 76 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 1,764 |
| Peak year | 2014 (112 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #393 |
| Years in records | 1996–2024 (29 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 125 spots |
Frequently asked about Emmy
What does the name Emmy mean?
Emmy means “Whole, universal; industrious” from English/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Emmy?
Emmy has English/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Whole, universal; industrious”.
How popular is Emmy in the United Kingdom?
Emmy ranked #516 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 76 babies that year.
When was Emmy most popular?
Emmy peaked in 2014 with 112 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Emmy a boy or girl name?
Emmy is predominantly a girls' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Emmys in registered births are female.
Is the name Emmy rising or falling in popularity?
Emmy has risen 125 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #641 in 2019 to #516 in 2024.
How long has Emmy been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Emmy appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 29 years — from 1996 through 2024.