Ema Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-ma / ˈeɪ.məHebrew; Japanese
Meaning
Hebrew: universal; Japanese: blessing
Historical & Cultural Background
Ema is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Japanese cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the meaning of 'universal' or 'whole.' In Japan, Ema refers to wooden plaques on which prayers or wishes are written, reflecting a cultural practice in Shinto shrines. The name has gained popularity in various countries, often appreciated for its simplicity and elegance.
Trend Summary
Ema has seen a steady rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emma
- Emmy
International Variants
- Emma (English)
- Emilia (Italian)
- Ema (Slavic)
Famous people named Ema
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ema was first seen in the United States in 1883. Ema has ranked as high as #1185 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ema has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ema (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 31 |
| 1923 | 30 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 28 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 25 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 44 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2003 | 125 |
| 2004 | 134 |
| 2005 | 133 |
| 2006 | 152 |
| 2007 | 136 |
| 2008 | 153 |
| 2009 | 148 |
| 2010 | 134 |
| 2011 | 161 |
| 2012 | 136 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 145 |
| 2015 | 156 |
| 2016 | 151 |
| 2017 | 130 |
| 2018 | 124 |
| 2019 | 150 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 106 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 156 |
| 2024 | 136 |