Emmeline Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-uh-leen / ˈɛm.ə.liːnGerman; French; English
Meaning
German: hard worker; French: rival; English: industrious
Historical & Cultural Background
Emmeline has roots in the Germanic name 'Amal' meaning 'work'. It gained popularity in England during the 19th century, partly due to the influence of the literary character Emmeline in works by authors such as Charlotte Brontë. The name has been associated with various historical figures and movements, particularly in the context of women's rights.
Trend Summary
Emmeline has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emeline
- Emmalyne
- Emmelyn
International Variants
- Emeline (French)
- Emmeline (English)
- Emelina (Spanish)
Famous people named Emmeline
Emmeline Pankhurst was a British political activist and leader of the suffragette movement, which helped women gain the right to vote in the UK.
Emmeline B. Wells was an American suffragist and a prominent advocate for women's rights in the 19th century.
Emmeline Snively was an American model and the founder of the modeling agency, the John Robert Powers Agency.
Emmeline de Forest was a notable American artist known for her contributions to the field of painting.
Fictional characters named Emmeline
Emmeline is a character in the novel 'The Princess and the Goblin' by George MacDonald, where she plays a significant role in the story.
Emmeline is a character in the film 'The Secret of Roan Inish', where she is depicted as a young girl with a strong connection to her family's heritage.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmeline was first seen in the United States in 1888. Emmeline has ranked as high as #1017 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Utah, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Emmeline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emmeline (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 31 | |
| TX | 24 | |
| NC | 19 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| CO | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 22 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 44 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 56 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 74 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 51 |
| 2006 | 58 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 125 |
| 2010 | 140 |
| 2011 | 160 |
| 2012 | 230 |
| 2013 | 246 |
| 2014 | 302 |
| 2015 | 347 |
| 2016 | 361 |
| 2017 | 370 |
| 2018 | 347 |
| 2019 | 359 |
| 2020 | 310 |
| 2021 | 306 |
| 2022 | 269 |
| 2023 | 276 |
| 2024 | 280 |