Emry is a unique, unisex name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Welsh name Emrys, which means "great leader." The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and its association with notable figures like Merlin, the legendary mentor of King Arthur, whose original name was Emrys.
The name Emry has seen a significant increase in popularity over time, with only nine births recorded in its earliest year (1993), but peaking at 169 births in 2017 and remaining high thereafter, reaching 119 births as recently as 2023. The total number of Emry births between 1993 and 2023 is 2101.