Emmalyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-ma-lin / ˈɛm.ə.lɪnEnglish; German
Meaning
Universal: whole; German: hard worker
Historical & Cultural Background
Emmalyn is a modern variation of the name Emma, which has roots in Germanic languages. The name Emma became popular in the 19th century and has remained a favored choice for girls. Emmalyn combines the traditional elements of Emma with the suffix '-lyn,' which has gained popularity in recent decades. This name reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and combinations.
Trend Summary
Emmalyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emmaline
- Emmeline
International Variants
- Emilia (Italian)
- Emilie (French)
- Emma (Various)
Famous people named Emmalyn
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Fictional characters named Emmalyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmalyn was first seen in the United States in 1946. Emmalyn has ranked as high as #769 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Emmalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emmalyn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 23 | |
| CA | 23 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| KY | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| AL | 7 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| KS | 5 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 75 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 69 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 141 |
| 2009 | 250 |
| 2010 | 375 |
| 2011 | 531 |
| 2012 | 601 |
| 2013 | 665 |
| 2014 | 689 |
| 2015 | 692 |
| 2016 | 597 |
| 2017 | 652 |
| 2018 | 610 |
| 2019 | 535 |
| 2020 | 392 |
| 2021 | 368 |
| 2022 | 318 |
| 2023 | 247 |
| 2024 | 215 |