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Emma

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!
German Female
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Meaning

Entire, universal

Popularity

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Pronunciation

EM-uh

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Traits

  • Graceful
  • Sophisticated
  • Charming
  • Friendly

Compatibility

Emma pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, creating a harmonious and elegant sibset. As a middle name, Emma complements many first names due to its simplicity and universality. This name is a versatile choice that fits well in both traditional and modern naming styles.

Graceful Sophisticated Charming Friendly

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Emma Roberts

Emma Roberts

Actress

Born: February 10, 1991 · Rhinebeck, New York, USA

Portrait of Emma Bunton

Emma Bunton

Singer

Born: January 21, 1976 · Finchley, London, England

Portrait of Emma Lee Bunton

Emma Lee Bunton

Singer

Born: January 21, 1976 · Finchley, London, England

Portrait of Emma Watson

Emma Watson

Actress

Born: April 15, 1990 · Paris, France

Portrait of Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson

Actress, Screenwriter

Born: April 15, 1959 · London, England

Portrait of Emma Stone

Emma Stone

Actress

Born: November 6, 1988 · Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Emma Original form
  • Эмма Russian
  • 艾玛 Chinese
  • إيما Arabic
  • एमा Hindi
  • 엠마 Korean
  • เอ็มมา Thai
  • Japanese
  • Hebrew

Cultural Adaptations

  • エマ (Ema) Japanese
  • אמה (Emma) Hebrew

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emma

What does Emma mean?
Entire, universal
What is the origin of Emma?
Emma has German origins.
Is Emma popular?
Emma has been viewed 100 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Emma?
Similar names include Salma, Farah, Zaria, Xia, Olivia.
How do you pronounce Emma?
Emma is pronounced EM-uh.

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