Emmet

The name Emmet for boys represents a variant of the name Emmett and is derived from the English surname Emmet or Emmett.

What does the name Emmet mean?

Emmet is a variation of Emmett, which has its origin in the English surname. The name is in turn derived from Emma. In its direct translation, it means 'the Exalted', 'the Powerful', and 'the All-Encompassing'. Its roots can be found in the Old High German term irmin or irmen, which stands for 'great and powerful', 'mighty', 'exalted', 'all-encompassing', 'overseeing all', 'earth', and 'world'.

Where does the name Emmet come from?

The name Emmet has its roots in Old High German and means 'the Exalted'. The etymology derives from the Old High German word combination irmin or irmen, which means 'great and powerful', 'mighty', 'exalted', 'all-encompassing', 'overseeing all', 'earth', and 'world'. The language is English.

How do you pronounce Emmet?

The name Emmet has a two-syllable and compact sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'EM-met' [ˈɛmɛt]. The name begins with an open, short E sound, which stands for clarity and directness. The double 'm' in the middle intensifies the sound and gives it a noticeable internal structure. The ending '-et' with the clear 't' provides a distinct closure. Thus, Emmet presents itself as down-to-earth and present – calm, straightforward, and with clear contours.

Popularity

Emmet enjoys great popularity in Germany. Currently, it ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common first names for boys. Its best placement was in 2019, when it reached 1,792nd place. In the last ten years, Emmet has been given as a first name about 70 times, which catapults it to 2,830th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,144th.

Nicknames & pet names

Em / Emma / Emy

Famous people

• Dr. Emmet Brown (Film Back to the Future)
• Emmet Bolton (Football player from America)
• Emmet Byrne (Rugby player from Ireland)
• Emmet Cullen (Vampire from Twilight)
• Emmet Dalton (American film producer)
• Emmet Derby Boyle (American politician)
• Emmet French (Golf player from America)
• Emmet Gowin (American photographer)
• Emmet Lavery (Playwright from the USA)
• Emmet Mcloughlin (Footballer from Ireland)
• Emmet Obrien (Irish racing driver)
• Emmet Sullivan (American artist)
• M. Emmet Walsh (American actor)
• Robert Emmet Lucey (American archbishop)