Ember Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In various mythologies, embers are often associated with fire gods and goddesses, adding a layer of mystical charm to the name.

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A Deep Dive

Ember Overview

Meaning

Spark, burning low, ember

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from the Old English word “æmerge,” meaning “spark” or “burning low.”

Pronunciation

/ˈɛm.bər/

Popularity

Ember has found a warm spot in many hearts worldwide for its fiery connotation. In the USA, it ranked #184 in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Modern, Nature-inspired, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Warm, passionate, vibrant, dynamic

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Embers symbolize hope and endurance, often associated with rebirth and transformation.

Name Day

March 2 (Estonia)
A Deep Dive

Ember Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Embery, Embra, Embry, Emberlyn

Common Nicknames

Emmie, Berry, Ems, Emberly

Diminutives

Em, Emy, Berry

Famous People

  • Ember Moon
    (American Wrestler)
  • Ember Swift
    (Canadian Musician)
  • Ember Reichgott Junge
    (American Politician)
  • Ember Johnson
    (American Actress)
  • Ember Wells
    (American Artist)
  • Ember Brooks
    (British Author)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "The Ember Quartet"
    (Fantasy Book Series)
  • "Ember's Flame"
    (Fantasy Novel)
  • "The Flames of Ember"
    (Video Game)
  • Ember
    ("The Dragon Prince," TV Series)
  • Ember Falls
    ("Ember Falls," Graphic Novel)

Places

  • Ember Park
    (Texas, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Ember?

Ember means “burning coal” or “spark,” symbolizing warmth, passion, and energy. The name Ember reflects a vibrant and lively personality, full of enthusiasm and creativity.

What Is the Origin of The Name Ember?

The name Ember has English origins, derived from the Old English word “æmerge,” meaning “burning coal.”

Ember Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Ember in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1622021#1602022#1702023
Top 3 Rankings#1602022#1622021#1702023

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Ember

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023170
(-10 from 2022)
1696
(-133 from 2022)
0.09696
2022160
(+2 from 2021)
1829
(+57 from 2021)
0.10200
2021162
(+25 from 2020)
1772
(+235 from 2020)
0.09891
2020187
(+8 from 2019)
1537
(-3 from 2019)
0.08695
2019195
(+13 from 2018)
1540
(+69 from 2018)
0.08393
2018208
(+81 from 2017)
1471
(+350 from 2017)
0.07910
2017289
(+31 from 2016)
1121
(+101 from 2016)
0.05934
2016320
(+46 from 2015)
1020
(+118 from 2015)
0.05269
2015366
(+64 from 2014)
902
(+161 from 2014)
0.04624
2014430
(+129 from 2013)
741
(+219 from 2013)
0.03788
2013559
(+18 from 2012)
522
(+14 from 2012)
0.02708
2012577
(+90 from 2011)
508
(+84 from 2011)
0.02619
2011667
(+154 from 2010)
424
(+98 from 2010)
0.02188
2010821
(+61 from 2009)
326
(+15 from 2009)
0.01663
2009882
(+368 from 2008)
311
(+110 from 2008)
0.01536
20081250
(-105 from 2007)
201
(-23 from 2007)
0.00965
20071145
(+182 from 2006)
224
(+48 from 2006)
0.01058
20061327
(+28 from 2005)
176
(+16 from 2005)
0.00842
20051355
(+81 from 2004)
160
(+17 from 2004)
0.00788
20041436
(+90 from 2003)
143
(+16 from 2003)
0.00709
20031526
(+295 from 2002)
127
(+29 from 2002)
0.00633
20021821
(+101 from 2001)
98
(+8 from 2001)
0.00496
20011922
(+355 from 2000)
90
(+22 from 2000)
0.00454
20002277
(-315 from 1999)
68
(-12 from 1999)
0.00341
19991962
(-117 from 1998)
80
(-3 from 1998)
0.00411
19981845
(+100 from 1997)
83
(+9 from 1997)
0.00428
19971945
(+69 from 1996)
74
(+5 from 1996)
0.00388
19962014
(+353 from 1995)
69
(+14 from 1995)
0.00360
19952367
(-158 from 1994)
55
(-5 from 1994)
0.00286
19942209
(+207 from 1993)
60
(+8 from 1993)
0.00308
19932416
(+160 from 1992)
52
(+4 from 1992)
0.00264
19922576
(-26 from 1991)
48
No change from 1991
0.00239
19912550
(-397 from 1990)
48
(-12 from 1990)
0.00236
19902153
(-81 from 1989)
60
No change from 1989
0.00292
19892072
(-566 from 1988)
60
(-30 from 1988)
0.00301
19881506
(+986 from 1987)
90
(+49 from 1987)
0.00468
19872492
(+480 from 1986)
41
(+10 from 1986)
0.00219
19862972
(+111 from 1985)
31
(+2 from 1985)
0.00168
19853083
(-1033 from 1984)
29
(-20 from 1984)
0.00157
19842050
(+310 from 1983)
49
(+9 from 1983)
0.00272
19832360
(-33 from 1982)
40
(-2 from 1982)
0.00224
19822327
(-132 from 1981)
42
(-4 from 1981)
0.00231
19812195
(+456 from 1980)
46
(+11 from 1980)
0.00257
19802651
(-631 from 1979)
35
(-15 from 1979)
0.00197
19792020
(-33 from 1978)
50
(+2 from 1978)
0.00290
19781987
(+476 from 1977)
48
(+13 from 1977)
0.00292
19772463
(-172 from 1976)
35
(-1 from 1976)
0.00213
19762291
(+275 from 1975)
36
(+6 from 1975)
0.00229
19752566
(+862 from 1974)
30
(+11 from 1974)
0.00192
19743428
(-305 from 1973)
19
(-2 from 1973)
0.00121
19733123
(+968 from 1972)
21
(+7 from 1972)
0.00135
19724091
(+32 from 1971)
14
No change from 1971
0.00087
19714123
(-689 from 1970)
14
(-4 from 1970)
0.00080
19703434
(+985 from 1969)
18
(+7 from 1969)
0.00098
19694419
(-197 from 1968)
11
No change from 1968
0.00062
19684222
(+760 from 1967)
11
(+3 from 1967)
0.00064
19674982
(+291 from 1966)
8
(+1 from 1966)
0.00047
19665273
(-1758 from 1964)
7
(-7 from 1964)
0.00040
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19643515
(+3078 from 1963)
14
(+9 from 1963)
0.00072
19636593
(-2044 from 1961)
5
(-4 from 1961)
0.00025
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19614549
(+1147 from 1960)
9
(+3 from 1960)
0.00043
19605696
(-548 from 1954)
6
No change from 1954
0.00029
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19545148
(+526 from 1953)
6
(+1 from 1953)
0.00030
19535674
(-765 from 1952)
5
(-1 from 1952)
0.00026
19524909
(-1244 from 1946)
6
(-2 from 1946)
0.00032
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19463665
First SSA data recorded
8
First SSA data recorded
0.00050
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Ember

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2292021#2592022#1992023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3442021#3242022#3122023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1902021#2032022#2332023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#792021#842022#722023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1582021#1432022#1322023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1182021#1442022#1052023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1022021#622022#1002023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1942021#1412022#1752023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#842021#722022#1202023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#702021#382022#772023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1502021#1962022#2102023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1262021#812022#1102023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1552021#942022#1892023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1252021#1482022#822023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1442021#1752022#1522023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2092021#1912022#1792023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2482021#2022022#2352023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1492021#1662022#1572023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#652021#412022#712023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1022021#1582022#1532023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#432021#572022#1212023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#912021#1142022#1262023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#862021#1062022#1922023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5302021#4432022#5142023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1112021#702022#942023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#302021#592022#982023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1332021#1292022#1582023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1982021#1392022#1392023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2492021#1842022#2152023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1242021#352022#592023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2342021#2602022#2152023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#412021#492022#272023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1492021#2202022#1922023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1322021#1502022#802023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3182021#3662022#2472023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#162021#442022#672023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1832021#1222022#3232023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3802021#3742022#3562023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#422021#1252022#892023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#6532021#6902022#12382023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#242021#632022#252023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1472021#922022#912023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#822020#1192021#832022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2112020#2912021#1212023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1062021#1492022#672023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4692019#3282021#4442022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2312019#1012021#1722022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1932019

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1952020

Popularity Rankings for Ember in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2092021#2892022#1822023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3362019#2662021

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4852021#2732022#3952023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3672021#2782022#4062023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#5002019#4782020#3732021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5341996#8962015#7472022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Ember a Name for Boys or Girls?

Ember is meant for girls. Its lively origin and glowing sound make it a popular pick for parents seeking a name that conveys both passion and elegance.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Ember

  • Embery
  • Embra
  • Embry
  • Emberlyn
  • Em
  • Emy
  • Berry

Ember in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Ember Moon (Wrestler, born 1988): An American professional wrestler known for her high-flying moves and tenacity in the WWE.
  • Ember Swift (Musician, born 1974): A Canadian musician and songwriter celebrated for her eclectic mix of jazz, folk, and rock music.
  • Ember Reichgott Junge (Politician, born 1953): An American politician and former Minnesota state senator, known for her work in education reform and charter schools.
  • Ember Johnson (Actress, born 1995): An American actress recognized for her roles in various independent films and web series.
  • Ember Wells (Artist, 1980–2022): An American contemporary artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media works.
  • Ember Brooks (Author, 1986–2021): A British author known for her fantasy novels and short stories.
  • Ember ("Ember in the Ashes," 2015 Novel by Sabaa Tahir): A fantasy novel following a young girl named Laia and a soldier named Elias in a brutal world inspired by ancient Rome.
  • Ember McLain ("Danny Phantom," 2004 TV Series): A ghostly rock star with the power to control people through her music.
  • Ember ("The Dragon Prince," 2018 TV Series): A minor character who is a Sunfire Elf with fire-based abilities.
  • "The Ember Quartet" (2018 Fantasy Book Series by R.S. Grey): A series of books about a young woman who must harness her magical powers to save her world.
  • "Ember's Flame" (2020 Fantasy Novel by Rachel Rener): A novel about a young woman discovering her fiery magical heritage and battling dark forces.
  • "The Flames of Ember" (2017 Video Game): A role-playing game where players control a character who must navigate a world filled with mythical creatures and dangerous quests.
  • "Ember" (2016 Song by Breaking Benjamin): A rock song exploring themes of pain and perseverance.
  • Ember Falls ("Ember Falls," 2018 Graphic Novel by S.D. Smith): A story about a group of rabbits fighting against tyranny in a richly illustrated fantasy world.
  • Ember Park (Texas, USA): A park featuring walking trails, picnic areas, and scenic views.
  • Ember Lake (British Columbia, Canada): A lake in the Cariboo region, popular for fishing and boating.
  • Ember Ridge (Colorado, USA): A mountain ridge offering hiking trails and panoramic vistas.
  • Ember Valley (California, USA): A valley located in northern California, featuring diverse wildlife and natural beauty.
  • Ember Forest (Oregon, USA): A forested area with lush greenery and numerous hiking paths.
  • Ember River (Alberta, Canada): A river that flows through the prairie provinces, supporting various aquatic ecosystems.
  • Ember Falls (New Zealand): A waterfall in the South Island, attracting tourists for its scenic beauty.

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