Emory is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1121 in 2009 with 165 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 295 births ranking #831. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 132.4%. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 12,020 boys born was named Emory. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Emory is a polished unisex name with older ruler-strength associations and a very modern sound. It feels sleek and capable.
The name rose with the wider trend for surname names and later settled especially well into contemporary girls' naming. Its appeal comes from sharpness, familiarity, and flexibility.