Embla Girl

Popularity: #942 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationEM-blah / /ˈɛm.blɑː/

Norse; Swedish

Meaning

she who is created; a goddess

Historical & Cultural Background

In Norse mythology, Embla is the first woman, created from an elm tree, alongside Ask, the first man created from an ash tree. This myth reflects the deep connection between nature and humanity in Norse culture. In Sweden, Embla has been used as a feminine name, emphasizing its roots in Scandinavian heritage and folklore.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Emble
  • Emblin

International Variants

  • Embla (Swedish)
  • Emble (English)

Famous people named Embla

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Fictional characters named Embla

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Embla was first seen in the United States in 2020. Embla has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Embla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Embla

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20205
20248