Emoree
One who brings happiness or joy to others.
Name Census estimates that about 344 living Americans carry the first name Emoree. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Emoree today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Emoree births was 2019 (32 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Emoree. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
344
~ 1 in 996,379 Americans
Peak year
2019
32 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,575
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Emoree: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Emoree from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 177 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Emoree remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Emoree by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Emoree during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Emorees live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. Texas, Alabama, Louisiana recorded the most babies named Emoree, while South Carolina, Louisiana, Alabama recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 12 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Emoree
The name Emoree is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the late 20th or early 21st century. It does not have a clear linguistic or cultural origin and appears to be a creative combination of sounds rather than a derivative of an existing word or name. Despite its recent emergence, the name has gained popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Some believe the name Emoree may be a variation of the French name Aimerie, which itself is derived from the Germanic name Amalric, meaning "work ruler." However, this connection is speculative, and the name Emoree is not directly linked to any specific language or culture. It is possible that the name was created by combining elements of various names or words to create a unique and melodic sound.
As a relatively new name, there are no known historical references or mentions in ancient texts or religious scriptures. The earliest recorded examples of the name are likely from birth records and personal accounts in recent decades. However, it is worth noting that the name has gained popularity and is now found in various parts of the world.
While the name Emoree does not have a long historical lineage, it has been adopted by several notable individuals in recent years. One example is Emoree Navarrette, an American actress and model born in 1994. Another is Emoree Jackson, an American singer and songwriter born in 1995. There is also Emoree Selden, an American fashion designer and entrepreneur born in 1989.
Additionally, there are historical figures who share similar-sounding names, although their names are spelled differently. For instance, Emory Washburn (1800-1877) was an American lawyer, educator, and politician who served as the 14th Governor of Massachusetts. Emory Elliott (1942-2009) was an American literary critic and professor of English.
It is important to note that while the name Emoree is relatively new and does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity and acceptance in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. As with many modern names, its appeal lies in its unique sound and the opportunity for parents to create a distinctive identity for their child.
People
Emoree + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Emoree as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Emoree: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Emoree?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 344 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Emoree going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 996,379 US residents.
Is Emoree a common name?
We classify Emoree as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 347 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Emoree most popular?
The single biggest year for Emoree was 2019, when 32 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Emoree is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Emoree in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Emoree a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Emoree in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Emoree still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Emoree in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Emoree can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Emoree?
Find out how many Americans are named Emoree on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.