Emrys
Emrys is a boys' name of Welsh origin meaning “immortal.” The Welsh form of Ambrosius, Emrys is linked to Myrddin Emrys — the Welsh name for the wizard Merlin.
how do you pronounce Emrys?
EM-ris
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what does Emrys mean?
The name Emrys means “immortal.” It comes from the Welsh language tradition.
The Welsh form of Ambrosius, Emrys is linked to Myrddin Emrys — the Welsh name for the wizard Merlin. The legendary Dinas Emrys in Snowdonia is where Merlin revealed the dragons to Vortigern. The name carries Arthurian magic and Welsh mythological power.
who are famous people named Emrys?
- Myrddin Emrys (Merlin, the legendary wizard)
- Emrys Hughes (Welsh-born Labour politician)
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