Emmah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-ah / ˈɛm.əHebrew; German; English
Meaning
Universal; whole; complete (Hebrew); entire (German); whole (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Emmah is derived from 'Emunah,' meaning faith or belief, often associated with strong familial ties. The name has German roots, where it is linked to 'ermen,' meaning whole or universal, reflecting a sense of completeness. In English-speaking cultures, Emmah is a variant of Emma, which has been popularized through literature and media, symbolizing beauty and strength.
Trend Summary
Emmah has seen a rise in usage as a variant of Emma in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Emma
- Emmy
- Emmaline
International Variants
- Emmanuelle (French)
- Emilia (Italian)
- Ema (Slavic)
Famous people named Emmah
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Fictional characters named Emmah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmah was first seen in the United States in 1998. Emmah has ranked as high as #1322 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Emmah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emmah (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 57 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 78 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 61 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |