EMERY
Emery
Emery is a British surname of Old French origin. This surname is derived from the Old French personal name "Aimar", which itself is a variant of the Germanic name "Haimric", meaning "home ruler".
The Emery surname is recorded in England as early as the 12th century, indicating its long history in the country. Over time, the name has evolved from "Aimar" to "Emery". Variations of the name include Emory and Emerry.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Emery include English football manager Unai Emery and British artist Elizabeth Emery.
The Emery surname is fairly common in England and can be found throughout the country. Bearers of this surname can be traced back through generations, revealing a rich heritage and history in the British Isles.
There are approximately 13,460 people named Emery in the UK. That makes it the 667th most common surname in Britain. Around 207 in a million people in Britain are named Emery.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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