Universal or whole
Emmit is a variant of Emmett, which originated as a masculine diminutive of the female name Emma. It is derived from the Germanic word 'ermen', signifying totality or universality. While less common than the double-t spelling, it retains the same sturdy, dependable character.
Less common today
Emmit isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,280 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Olympic sprinter and world champion relay runner
NFL wide receiver (often confused with Emmitt Smith)
