Emogene

“A variant of Imogen, meaning 'maiden' or 'girl'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13949US 2020

6Births / yr

↓Falling

4.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 188600.02% of births at peak

How to pronounce Emogene

EM·ug·een

/ˈɛm.əɡ.iːn/ · stress on EM · 3 syllables

“A variant of Imogen, meaning 'maiden' or 'girl'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Emogene mean and where does it come from?

The name Emogene is often considered a diminutive of Imogen. It gained some popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Notable individuals bearing this name include Emogene McGowan, an American actress active in the mid-20th century. The name reflects a vintage ch

Cultural significance

Emogene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of imogen, meaning 'maiden' or 'girl'..

Peak popularity

Reached #413 in 1927 — currently #13949 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emogene?

Emogene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Emogene Grace

How popular is Emogene right now?

Falling — down 6763 spots — currently #13949 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1890–2020#13949 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#13372	6	▼ down 6763 · +20% births
1965	#6609	5	▼ down 2380 · -50% births
1960	#4229	10	▼ down 1581 · -44% births
1955	#2648	18	▼ down 190 · +6% births
1950	#2458	17	▼ down 1423 · -70% births
1945	#1035	56	▼ down 324 · -42% births
1940	#711	96	▼ down 99 · -15% births
1935	#612	113	▼ down 171 · -52% births
1930	#441	233	▲ up 31 · +8% births
1925	#472	216	▲ up 155 · +65% births
1920	#627	131	▲ up 270 · +143% births
1915	#897	54	▲ up 90 · +170% births
1910	#987	20	▲ up 619 · +186% births
1905	#1606	7	▼ down 326 · -30% births
1900	#1280	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emogene

Best Year1930Rank #441

Peak Count233

Average Rank#2532

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202015 years

The story of Emogene

Emogene has been a beloved American name for over 138 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1886. With 4,869 total births recorded, Emogene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1452 in 1890, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13372 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Emogene in 1927:

Mary Dorothy Betty Helen Margaret

Emogene by decade

Emogene peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	13
1890s	38
1900s	67
1910s	617
1920s ★	2,032
1930s	1,355
1940s	528
1950s	162
1960s	32
2010s	19
2020s	6

💎With 4,869 total births, Emogene is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Emogene?

Common

EmoEmEmieEmyEne

What names sound and feel like Emogene?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Emogene also consider these

Emolene

USA · Modern English

Emogine

American · Invented name

Emmogene

American · A beloved name

emagene

American · English

Emalene

American · work; industrious

Imogene

American · Image

Emonee

American · A creative variation

Emagine

American · To envision or

Common questions about the name Emogene

What does the name Emogene mean?

Emogene means "A variant of Imogen, meaning 'maiden' or 'girl'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Emogene?

Emogene is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Emogene have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Emogene?

Emogene originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Emogene?

Emogene is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 M AH0 G IY0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Emogene?

Emogene pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.