Ember

Meaning of Ember

A glowing piece of coal or wood; symbolic of warmth and light.

Ember has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Ember

Ember has cooled off, slipping to #154 in 2025, down from a peak of #137 in 2024.

Notable people named Ember

• Ember Moon
  Professional wrestler
• Ember Reichgott Junge
  Media and telecom lawyer
• Ember Truelove
  Actress
• Ember McCoy
  Singer-songwriter
• Ember Swift
  Canadian musician

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Questions about the name Ember

What does the name Ember mean?

Ember means a glowing piece of coal or wood; symbolic of warmth and light, and it comes from English origins.

Is Ember a boy's or a girl's name?

Ember is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ember?

In 2025, Ember ranked #154 for girls, down from #137 the year before.

When was Ember most popular?

Ember peaked at #137 in 2024.