Emmett
BoyOrigin: Germanic · English
Meaning
“from the medieval pet form of Emma, Germanic 'whole, universal'”
Cultural Notes
Emmett derives from the Old English surname meaning universal or powerful; Emmett Till, the 14-year-old murdered in 1955, is one of the most historically significant bearers of the name.
Popularity
Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 2010s
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Famous People Named Emmett
- Emmett Till (civil-rights icon), Emmett Kelly (circus clown)
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