NAME PROFILE

Emma

Emma is a Germanic name meaning 'universal' or 'whole,' derived from the element 'ermen.' Emma has a warm, approachable quality that feels both classic and contemporary. It evokes images of kindness and creativity - someone who brings people together and finds beauty in everyday moments.

Key Stats

Total births778,172
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2003
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded1910
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

PA — 20%TX — 20%NC — 20%NY — 20%CA — 20%

Notable People

Emma Watson (Actress, *Harry Potter* series) · Emma Stone (Actress, *La La Land*) · Emma Thompson (Actress, *Sense and Sensibility*) · Emma Raducanu (Tennis player, US Open champion) · Emma González (Activist, gun violence prevention)

Nicknames & Diminutives

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