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Emmah

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Pronounced EM-uh /ˈɛm.ɑː/Medium

Meaning: A variant spelling of Emma, from the Germanic ermen/irmin, 'whole; universal; complete.' The added -h gives a soft modern twist.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft respelling of Emma: Emmah means 'whole; universal' (said 'EM-uh'). Classic with a modern touch.
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Origin MediumGermanic
MeaningA variant spelling of Emma, from the Germanic ermen/irmin, 'whole; universal; complete.' The added -h gives a soft modern twist.
U.S. rank (2025)#15609 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 956

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Emmah is a variant spelling of Emma, from the Germanic ermen, 'whole; universal; complete.' It keeps the classic sound with a soft modern -h, rare in the U.S. against the hugely popular Emma (said 'EM-uh').

In the U.S. this spelling appears only rarely. Rare, classic, and soft.

Did you know? Emmah is a spelling twist on Emma — from the Germanic for 'whole; universal' — its trailing -h giving a gentle, contemporary look (said 'EM-uh').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Emmah — Spelling of Emma, Germanic 'whole; universal'

Variations

EmmaEmaEmmma

Nicknames

EmEmmy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emmah mean?

Emmah is a spelling of Emma, from the Germanic for 'whole; universal; complete.'

How do you pronounce Emmah?

It's said EM-uh /ˈɛm.ɑː/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Emmah a boy or girl name?

Emmah is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Emmah?

This spelling is rare in the U.S.; Emma is very popular.

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