✦ NAME PROFILE ✦

Emery

/ EM-er-ee /

unisex

Meaning

Industrious; brave; powerful

Origin

German / French

Emery is derived from the Germanic name Amalric, composed of 'amal' (labor/industrious) and 'ric' (ruler). It entered English via the Old French 'Émery'. While historically a male name, it has become a fashionable choice for girls in the 21st century, often seen as a more sophisticated alternative to Avery or Emily.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Emery.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers

INTJ

14.8%

INFJ

13.2%

ISTJ

11.45%

ISFJ

9.1%

ENTJ

8.75%

ENFJ

7.6%

INTP

6.9%

ESTJ

6.1%

ENTP

5.4%

ENFP

4.8%

INFP

3.9%

ISFP

3.15%

ESFJ

2.5%

ISTP

1.7%

ESTP

0.5%

ESFP

0.15%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Emery is perceived as 'polished' and 'intelligent.' it has a sleek, gender-neutral sound that fits well in professional and creative settings. It suggests a hardworking and capable personality, true to its 'industrious' meaning.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

Emery Lord

American author of young adult fiction (b. 1988)

Emery Kelly

American singer and actor known for Alexa & Katie (b. 1997)

Emery Walker

English engraver, printer, and photographer (1851–1933)

Sibling Names

Goes well with

Boys

Everett Oliver Elliott Sebastian Miles

Girls

Audrey Adeline Clara Genevieve Eleanor