Emory is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #972 in 2012 with 207 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 295 births ranking #831. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 191.5%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 9,162 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.