Ema
Spanish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ema
Ema is a shortened form of Emma, which derives from the Germanic element "ermen" meaning "whole" or "universal." The name has roots in Old Germanic languages and gained prominence through historical figures like Emma of Normandy.
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Etymology
Ema is a shortened form of Emma, which derives from the Germanic element "ermen" meaning "whole" or "universal." The name has roots in Old Germanic languages and gained prominence through historical figures like Emma of Normandy.
The name is used across European cultures, particularly in Scandinavian, Germanic, and Romance-language countries, with no specific religious association, though it became popular in Christian Europe during the medieval period.
Ema currently ranks #1,349 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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