Honor, prince, or king
Emyr is a traditional Welsh name that translates to 'honor' or 'king'. It is derived from the Welsh word 'amherawdyr', which shares roots with the Latin 'imperator', meaning emperor. It has long been a respected name in Wales, though it remains rare in the United States.
Less common today
Emyr isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,844 in 2024.
Prolific Welsh novelist and poet
Former Welsh international rugby union player
Welsh professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
