The word "embree" is a rare name that is sometimes spelled "Embury." Its correct pronunciation is /ɛmˈbri/ (em-BREE), where the "em" sound is similar to "hem" and the "bree" sound is similar to "tree." The spelling of "embree" comes from the French word "embrier," meaning "to impede or block." It has been used as a surname for generations and can also be seen as a given name. The uniqueness of the name has led to variations in spelling, but phonetically it remains consistent.