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Emrys

Pronunciation
[E-mrys]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Celtic Form Of Ambrose (Immortal)
Origin
Celtic

Emrys Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,151 baby boys have been named Emrys. The name peaked in 2024 with 184 US births that year (rank #1138). In 2024, ranked #1138 nationally.

Top States for Emrys

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Emrys births are: California (77), Texas (41), Florida (39).

Other Celtic-Origin Names Like Emrys

If you like Emrys's Celtic origin, consider these related names: Adair, Adsaluta, Aengus, Ahearn, Aife. Browse all Celtic names →

5-Letter Names Starting with E

Names with Emrys's exact length and starting letter: Eadda, Eadig, Eagan, Eagon, Ealga.

Quick Facts About Emrys

569
Celtic baby names in our dictionary
364
Celtic male names
201
5-letter E-names in our dictionary
459
E-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

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Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Emrys against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).

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