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Emery: meaning and origin

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Emery

“Brave, powerful”

Gender
🧒 Unisex
Origin
🥨 German
Letters · syllables
5 · 3
Starts with
E

Modern

About the name Emery

Emery is a girl or a boy’s name from the German tradition. Its meaning is “brave, powerful”. Names from Old German (Germanic) roots, often about strength, nobility and fame — like William, Henry, Emma and Matilda.

It has a modern feel and has become more common in the US in recent decades.

More names with a similar meaning: names that mean strength.

Tips before you choose

  • Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
  • Check the initials — and what they spell.
  • Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
  • Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?

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Questions and answers

What does the name Emery mean?

Emery is a name of German origin. It means: brave, powerful.

Is Emery a boy or girl name?

Emery is used for both girls and boys in the US.

How many syllables does Emery have?

Emery has 5 letters and about 3 syllables.