Emika Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-ee-kah / ˈɛmɪkəJapanese; English
Meaning
blessed child (Japanese); derived from Emily (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese, Emika is composed of the elements 'emi' meaning 'blessed' and 'ka' meaning 'child', reflecting a cultural appreciation for names that convey positive attributes. The name is often used in contemporary Japan and has gained popularity due to its melodic sound. In English contexts, Emika can be seen as a modern variant of Emily, which has historical roots in the Latin name Aemilia, associated with industriousness. The name Emily has been widely used in English-speaking countries and has various adaptations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Emika
- Emikae
International Variants
- Emilie (French)
- Emilia (Italian)
- Emilia (Spanish)
Famous people named Emika
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Fictional characters named Emika
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emika was first seen in the United States in 2003. Emika has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Emika has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emika (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 10 |