EM-ah
/ˈɛmə/4.6(892)
What Does Emma Mean?
Emma means "Whole, universal".
Different Meanings of Emma (2)
- 1Whole
- 2Universal
Emma means "whole" or "universal," derived from the Germanic element "ermen" meaning entire or all-encompassing.
Etymology and Historical Origins
From Old High German Erma/Irma, short form of names containing the Germanic element "ermen" meaning "whole, universal." Brought to England by Norman settlers after 1066.
How to Pronounce Emma
EM-ah
Syllables: Em-ma
IPA: /ˈɛmə/
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What does Emma mean?
Emma means "whole" or "universal" from the Germanic element "ermen." It suggests completeness and strength.
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