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UK boy's name

Emon

A name of Arabic origin meaning "trustworthy" or "faithful".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Emon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Emon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 3 births.

This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2002 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Emon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Emon ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2002, when 3 boys were registered as Emon.
  • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Emon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4527

2009

Births in 2009

3

Latest year

Peak year

2002

3 births

Estimated living

12

2026

Meaning

What does Emon mean?

The name Emon is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with its roots tracing back to ancient civilizations in the Middle East. The name is derived from the Arabic word "amn," which means security, peace, or safety. It is also possible that the name is a variation of the Arabic name Amin, which has a similar meaning.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Emon can be found in historical documents from the medieval Islamic era. During this period, the name was particularly popular among Arab scholars and intellectuals, who valued the ideas of peace, security, and intellectual pursuits.

In the 12th century, a prominent Arab philosopher and polymath named Emon Al-Farabi gained recognition for his contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and political philosophy. Born in modern-day Kazakhstan, Al-Farabi's works had a significant impact on the development of Islamic and Western thought.

Another notable figure with the name Emon was Emon Al-Ghazali, a renowned Islamic theologian and philosopher who lived during the 11th and 12th centuries. Al-Ghazali is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Islamic philosophy, and his writings on theology, mysticism, and jurisprudence have had a lasting impact on Islamic thought and culture.

In the realm of literature, the name Emon was borne by Emon Khayyam, a Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet who lived during the 11th and 12th centuries. Khayyam is best known for his contributions to the fields of algebra and geometry, as well as his profound and thought-provoking poetry, which often explored themes of love, life, and the human condition.

Moving forward in time, the name Emon also gained prominence in other parts of the world. In the 19th century, Emon Pasha was a prominent Ottoman statesman and military leader who played a crucial role in the modernization of the Ottoman Empire. He is remembered for his efforts to reform the military and introduce Western-style education and institutions.

Another notable figure with the name Emon was Emon Lutfullah, an Indian Muslim scholar and theologian who lived during the 16th century. Lutfullah was a prominent figure in the Naqshbandi Sufi order and is known for his contributions to Islamic mysticism and spiritual teachings.

While the name Emon has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has transcended geographical and cultural boundaries, gaining popularity in various parts of the world over the centuries. The name continues to hold significance for its associations with peace, security, and intellectual pursuits, reflecting the enduring impact of the individuals who have borne this name throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Emon over time

The chart below shows babies named Emon registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Emon, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Emon
01223200220052009

Decades

Emon by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Emon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2000s #3959 12 4

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FAQ

Emon: questions and answers

How popular is the name Emon in the UK right now?

In 2009, Emon was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Emon most popular?

The peak year on record was 2002, with 3 babies registered as Emon in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Emon?

A name of Arabic origin meaning "trustworthy" or "faithful".

How many people are called Emon in the UK?

A total of 12 babies have been registered as Emon across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.