Emerich is a masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German elements "emaro" meaning "home" or "powerful" and "ric" meaning "ruler". It was first used during the Middle Ages in Germany and Austria. In some instances, it may have been used as a short form of compounds like Emerichbert or Emerichar. The name Emerich is often associated with Saint Emeric, who was a Hungarian prince known for his piety and virtue. Despite its historical roots and saintly association, the name Emerich remains relatively rare today, contributing to its unique and distinctive character.
The name Emerich appears to have had some popularity with five births each year from 2014 to 2015 and again in 2021. There was a notable spike in its usage in 2016 with six births, suggesting a brief surge in popularity that year. However, the name's popularity seems to have decreased significantly between 2016 and 2019, with only eight births recorded during that time. Overall, Emerich has seen 29 births over these five years.