Emma

Meaning of Emma

The name Emma means 'whole' or 'universal.' It implies someone who is complete or all-encompassing.

Emma has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Emma

Emma has held fairly steady, sitting around #3 in 2025 after peaking at #1 in 2008.

Notable people named Emma

• Emma Watson
  Actress, activist, UN ambassador
• Emma Stone
  Oscar-winning actress, singer
• Emma Thompson
  Award-winning actress, screenwriter
• Emma Roberts
  Actress, Scream Queens star
• Emma Raducanu
  Grand Slam tennis champion

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Questions about the name Emma

What does the name Emma mean?

Emma means the name emma means 'whole' or 'universal.' it implies someone who is complete or all-encompassing, and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Emma a boy's or a girl's name?

Emma is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Emma?

In 2025, Emma ranked #3 for girls, down from #2 the year before.

When was Emma most popular?

Emma peaked at #1 in 2008.