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At a Glance: Name: Emma – Meaning: whole, universal – Origin: Germanic – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: EM-ah
Emma is a Germanic name meaning "whole, universal," pronounced EM-ah (/ˈɛmə/). It carries a vintage feel, fitting its long history in the SSA's naming data going back to 1880. If you want a name with real staying power rather than a passing fad, Emma's track record speaks for itself.
Meaning & Origin of Emma
Meaning: Whole, universal.
Origin: Germanic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Emma
Phonetic: EM-ah IPA: /ˈɛmə/
Popularity of Emma
Emma hit its peak popularity as the #1 girls' name in 2008, with 18,826 babies given the name that year. It's remained a top choice since, landing at #2 in 2024 with 13,485 babies named Emma.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Emma mean?
Whole, universal. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Emma)
How do you pronounce Emma?
Emma is pronounced EM-ah (IPA: /ˈɛmə/).
Is Emma a popular name right now?
Emma peaked at #1 in 2008 and is ranked #2 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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