Emmett Soliman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Emmett Soliman — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Emmett Soliman is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Emmett is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Emmett is a unisex given name primarily used for males, and is also used as a surname. It may be connected to the given name Emma, or the place of Emmott, Lancashire (now known as Laneshawbridge, but still containing Emmott Hall), or it is connected to the Hebrew word אמת (emét), "Truth", or old Persian word (امید), "Hope or Aspiration". It could, however, also come from the old English word for an ant, as still used in Cornwall. People with this name include: Surname Arthur Emmett (judge), judge and lecturer in Roman law Dan W. The surname Soliman: Ahmed Soliman (basketball) (born 1965), former Egyptian basketball player Angelo Soliman (1721–1796), Austrian intellectual Azza Soliman (born 1968), Egyptian lawyer and women's rights activist Karam Soliman (born 1944), American-Egyptian pharmacologist Mohamed Sabry Soliman (born 1979), Egyptian suspect in the 2025 Boulder fire attack Mohamed Yousef Soliman (born 1948), Egyptian engineer and professor Sam Soliman (born 1973), Australian boxer Soliman Abdel-hady Soliman, Egyptian professor of electrical engineering Walid Soliman (writer) (born 1975), Tunisian writer, essayist and translator Wa. Emmett is a rare first name, carried by approximately 29K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Emmett reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Emmett

Hebrew

Emmett is a unisex given name primarily used for males, and is also used as a surname. It may be connected to the given name Emma, or the place of Emmott, Lancashire (now known as Laneshawbridge, but still containing Emmott Hall), or it is connected to the Hebrew word אמת (emét), "Truth", or old Persian word (امید), "Hope or Aspiration". It could, however, also come from the old English word for an ant, as still used in Cornwall. People with this name include: Surname Arthur Emmett (judge), judge and lecturer in Roman law Dan W.

Surname: Soliman

English

Ahmed Soliman (basketball) (born 1965), former Egyptian basketball player Angelo Soliman (1721–1796), Austrian intellectual Azza Soliman (born 1968), Egyptian lawyer and women's rights activist Karam Soliman (born 1944), American-Egyptian pharmacologist Mohamed Sabry Soliman (born 1979), Egyptian suspect in the 2025 Boulder fire attack Mohamed Yousef Soliman (born 1948), Egyptian engineer and professor Sam Soliman (born 1973), Australian boxer Soliman Abdel-hady Soliman, Egyptian professor of electrical engineering Walid Soliman (writer) (born 1975), Tunisian writer, essayist and translator Wa.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Emmett is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Emmett by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Emmett Soliman

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Emmett Soliman:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Emmett?
The first name Emmett originates from Hebrew. Emmett is a unisex given name primarily used for males, and is also used as a surname. It may be connected to the given name Emma, or the place of Emmott, Lancashire (now known as Laneshawbridge, but still containing Emmott Hall), or it is connected to the Hebrew word אמת (emét), "Truth", or old Persian word (امید), "Hope or Aspiration". It could, however, also come from the old English word for an ant, as still used in Cornwall. People with this name include: Surname Arthur Emmett (judge), judge and lecturer in Roman law Dan W.
When was Emmett most popular?
The name Emmett reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Soliman?
The surname Soliman originates from English. Ahmed Soliman (basketball) (born 1965), former Egyptian basketball player Angelo Soliman (1721–1796), Austrian intellectual Azza Soliman (born 1968), Egyptian lawyer and women's rights activist Karam Soliman (born 1944), American-Egyptian pharmacologist Mohamed Sabry Soliman (born 1979), Egyptian suspect in the 2025 Boulder fire attack Mohamed Yousef Soliman (born 1948), Egyptian engineer and professor Sam Soliman (born 1973), Australian boxer Soliman Abdel-hady Soliman, Egyptian professor of electrical engineering Walid Soliman (writer) (born 1975), Tunisian writer, essayist and translator Wa.
What are the origins of the name Emmett Soliman?
The name Emmett Soliman combines two different traditions: the first name Emmett has Hebrew roots, while the surname Soliman originates from English.
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