Emmitt
Emmitt is a boy name of English origin meaning “Universal, whole”, pronounced EM-it. It ranked #770 in the United States in 2025, given to 333 babies, and peaked at #424 in 1905. Common nicknames: Em, Mitt.
How popular is Emmitt in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Emmitt mean, and where does it come from?
Emmitt is one of several spellings of Emmett, an English surname formed from the medieval woman's name Emma — Germanic ermen, "whole" or "universal" — with a diminutive ending. The double-t spelling is American and belongs above all to Emmitt Smith, the Dallas running back who finished his career as the leading rusher in NFL history and took the name into the charts of the 1990s. Two other Emmetts shaped the name's weight in America: the Irish patriot Robert Emmet, and Emmett Till, whose murder in 1955 helped ignite the civil rights movement.
How is Emmitt used around the world?
Emmitt is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Emmitt?
Famous People Named Emmitt
- Emmitt Smith — American football running back and the NFL's all-time leading rusher
- Emmitt Thomas — American Hall of Fame football cornerback and coach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Emmitt mean?
Emmitt is a boy name of English origin meaning "Universal, whole." Emmitt is one of several spellings of Emmett, an English surname formed from the medieval woman's name Emma — Germanic ermen, "whole" or "universal" — with a diminutive ending. The double-t spelling is American and belongs above all to Emmitt Smith, the Dallas running back who finished his career as the leading rusher in NFL history and took the name into the charts of the 1990s.
How do you pronounce Emmitt?
Emmitt is pronounced EM-it. Common variations include Emmett, Emmet, Emit.
Is Emmitt a boy name?
Yes, Emmitt is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Em, Mitt.