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Christian Name · Germanic Origin
Emery Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Emery
unisex
Emery means "Industrious leader; Brave power", a unisex name of Germanic origin. The name Emery does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Emery speaks of courageous industry — the brave, hardworking leadership that accomplishes God's purposes against all odds.
Is Emery in the Bible?
No — the name Emery does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Industrious leader; Brave power", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Emery.
Pronunciation:/EM-er-ee/
OriginGermanic
MeaningIndustrious leader; Brave power
What does Emery mean?
Emery is a unisex name of Germanic origin meaning "Industrious leader; Brave power". Emery combines Germanic roots for 'power' and 'ruler,' speaking of brave, industrious leadership.
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What does Emery mean in the Bible?
Emery means "Industrious leader; Brave power" and is a name of Germanic origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Emery?
Emery is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Industrious leader; Brave power" — not because Scripture names anyone Emery.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Emery?
Emery has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Emery?
Emery is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Emery?
Emery speaks of courageous industry — the brave, hardworking leadership that accomplishes God's purposes against all odds.
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Names like Emery
Other Germanic biblical names that share the spirit of "Industrious leader; Brave power" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Leopold
"Bold people; Brave people"
boy
Hendrix
"Ruler of the home"
boy
Henry
"Ruler of the home; Estate ruler"
boy
Willa
"Resolute protector; Determined guardian"
girl
Alaric
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
boy
Alaric
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
boy
Alaric
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
boy
Emeric
"Industrious ruler; Power of work"
boy
Names that pair well with Emery
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Alaric
boy
"All-powerful ruler; Noble ruler"
Emery & Alaric
Alaric
boy
"Noble ruler; All-powerful ruler"
Emery & Alaric
Alaric
boy
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
Emery & Alaric
Alaric
boy
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
Emery & Alaric
Alaric
boy
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
Emery & Alaric
Alaric
boy
"Ruler of all; Noble ruler"
Emery & Alaric
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Emery name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Emery does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Industrious leader; Brave power", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Emery.
Emery means "Industrious leader; Brave power." It is a Germanic name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Industrious leader; Brave power" — runs right through the Bible.
Germanic. Emery comes into English from Germanic and carries the sense "Industrious leader; Brave power." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Emery
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Emery?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Emery?
You can read every verse where Emery appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.