Emer is a unisex name with a rare feel, drawn from real birth records.
| Country | Births on record |
|---|---|
| United States since 1880 | 102 births |
| England & Wales since 1996 | 185 births |
| Ireland since 1964 | 4,789 births |
Counts come from national birth registrations: the U.S. Social Security Administration, England & Wales (ONS) and Ireland (CSO). Coverage spans differ, so totals aren't directly comparable across countries.
Babies named Emer per year — Ireland (1964–2025). Ireland peaked in 1983 (195/yr) · England & Wales peaked in 1999 (22/yr) · United States peaked in 1923 (10/yr).
Emer reached its peak in 1923, when it was the #5606 most popular baby name in the United States — making it a quintessential 1920s name.
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