Emma
Germanic girl's name meaning “whole; universal”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Germanic
- Meaning
- whole; universal
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 4
- US rank (2023)
- #2
- Born in 2023
- 13,579
Meaning & origin
Emma derives from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It arrived in England with Emma of Normandy in the 11th century and was later revived by Jane Austen's novel Emma.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Emma ranked #2 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 13,579 US girls were given the name Emma.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #1 in 2008
“Unranked” means Emma was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Em, Emmie
Emma: frequently asked questions
What does the name Emma mean?
Emma is a Germanic name meaning "whole; universal". Emma derives from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It arrived in England with Emma of Normandy in the 11th century and was later revived by Jane Austen's novel Emma.
Where does the name Emma come from?
Emma is of Germanic origin. Emma derives from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It arrived in England with Emma of Normandy in the 11th century and was later revived by Jane Austen's novel Emma.
Is Emma a boy or a girl name?
Emma is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Emma?
In 2023, 13,579 US girls were given the name Emma.
Is Emma a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Emma ranked #2 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Emma?
Common nicknames for Emma include Em, Emmie.