The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 65 births ranking #572. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Emmett is a friendly, well-established name with a slightly layered history. In modern use, its appeal comes more from its warm, tailored sound than from one universally agreed literal meaning.
The name rose through surname and inherited first-name use and later became a strong modern favourite. It feels classic enough to last, but not overly formal.