Blessed, beautiful, or picture
In Japanese, Emiri is most commonly a feminine name formed from kanji such as 'e' (blessed, favor, or picture) combined with 'mi' (beautiful) and 'ri' (hometown or jasmine). Its meaning shifts depending on the specific characters used by the parents. While rare in the US, it is a contemporary choice in Japan that bridges traditional sounds with a modern feel.
About 12 boys were named Emiri in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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