US Popularity:5
Origin:German
Meaning:entire or universal
Emma is a girl's given name of German origin that originally denoted names beginning with "ermen." This elegant name means "whole" or "universe," which is fitting, seeing as baby will undoubtedly be the center of your world! Emma has royal roots and for centuries it was synonymous with regal figures such as Emma of Normandy. From Jane Austen's smart and savvy heroine in Emma to Emmas Thompson, Stone, and Watson, this is a timeless choice for strong-willed and confident women!

Famous People Named Emma

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  • Emma Bunton
    Singer
  • Emma Lazarus
    Poet
  • Emma Watson
    Actress

Emma Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Emma is currently #24 on The Bump
Girl:Emma is currently #11 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Emma is currently #5 in U.S. births
Girl:Emma is currently #2 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#5
in 2022
- 1
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky

  • A Dictionary of First Names (2 ed.) by Patrick Hanks, Kate Hardcastle, and Flavia Hodges

  • Behind the Name, Emma June 2023

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Emma

  • Name Doctor, Emma

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