Emery
[ˈɛməri]Meaning
norman french form of emmerich; also a hard black substance
Background Story
Emery is the Norman French form of Emmerich, introduced to England by the Normans, where it survived until the end of the Middle Ages. As a modern given name it is now typically feminine and is likely inspired by the surname Emery, which was itself derived from the medieval given name. It can also be given in reference to the hard black substance called emery.
Variations
Emory, Emary, Emorie
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