US Popularity:308
Origin:British
Meaning:Spark; Burning Low; Amber
Fan the flames of baby's future with this striking name. Ember, a British gender-neutral name, means "spark" or "burning low" and you can help her flourish and spark with your constant love and support. It'll be an especially fitting name if baby has a passionate personality. Ember can also be used as an alternative spelling of Amber, giving the name another way to glow.
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Common Nicknames for Ember

Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Ember are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.

How Popular Is The Name Ember?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ember is currently #662 on The Bump
Girl:Ember is currently #478 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ember is currently #308 in U.S. births
Girl:Ember is currently #137 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#137
in 2024
+ 33
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Sources

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky

  • Merriam-Webster, Eden, noun

  • Name Doctor, Ember

  • Behind the Name, Amber November 2019

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