Ember
Ember is a girls' name of English origin meaning “smoldering remains of fire.” It ranked #154 in the United States in 2025. Ember refers to the glowing coals of a dying fire.
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how do you pronounce Ember?
EM-ber
where does the name Ember come from?
A modern vocabulary name, taken directly from ember, the glowing remnant of a fire.
It emerged as a given name in the 2000s and has steadily risen, appealing to parents who love nature-inspired names with warmth and a hint of fiery intensity.
how popular is this name?
Ember has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 17 years since 2009. It peaked at #135 in 2024, and ranked #154 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #154 |
| 2024 | #135 |
| 2023 | #169 |
| 2022 | #158 |
| 2021 | #162 |
| 2020 | #187 |
| 2019 | #195 |
| 2018 | #208 |
| 2017 | #289 |
| 2016 | #320 |
| 2010 | #821 |
| 2009 | #883 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Ember fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Ember?
- Ember Moon (professional wrestler)
- Ember (Wings of Fire book character)
what are the nicknames and variants of Ember?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Ember?
what names go well with Ember?
Sibling names that share Ember's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Ember
What does the name Ember mean?
Ember means “smoldering remains of fire”.
What is the origin of the name Ember?
Ember comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Ember?
Ember ranked #154 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Ember a boy or girl name?
Ember is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Ember?
Ember is pronounced EM-ber, with 2 syllables.
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