Ema Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ema has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'mother'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Emma and Emmy, and is often seen as a symbol of nurturing. The name does not have specific biblical relevance. In modern contexts, Ema is viewed positively, embodying traits of warmth and compassion, and has been popularized by notable figures.
The name Ema is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ema has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ema' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1953rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2237th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4494th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5470th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4527th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1828th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1574th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ema' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ema"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːmə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ema is derived from the Hebrew word 'ema', which means 'mother'. It is often associated with nurturing and care.
Meaning
mother
Language Evolution
Ema (Hebrew), Emma (Old German), Emmy (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Ema gained popularity in various cultures as a variant of Emma, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, due to its simplicity and affectionate connotation.
Variants & Derivatives
Emma, Emmy, Em
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ema is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with warmth and compassion.
Famous People
Ema Stokholma, a popular Italian television presenter, Ema Kovac, a notable Croatian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ema"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ema"
"Ema" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1953rd of 9107 | 332 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2237th of 9204 | 266 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4494th of 12526 | 146 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5470th of 19264 | 149 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4527th of 27321 | 318 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1828th of 35406 | 1,721 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1574th of 30306 | 1,676 |
Regional Popularity of "Ema" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ema" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
53.34% 1262nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
54.27% 1277th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
71.12% 2029th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
45.02% 2844th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.20% 1842nd/4582 |
33.99% 1755th/5164 |
28.35% 2073rd/7313 |
22.52% 1681st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.58% 1776th/3984 |
30.29% 1359th/4487 |
22.54% 1538th/6822 |
24.89% 1562nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ema"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ema" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.