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Emmalena

EM-ah-LEE-nah · A modern combination of Emma and Lena, often interpreted as 'universal' or 'light'.

Peak popularity
2012
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Emmalena since 1995

Babies named Emmalena per year in U.S. Social Security records.

3710200020102020Most births 2012Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s11
2000s27
2010s57
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Emmalena is a modern compound name, blending the well-loved Emma with Lena to create a melodic and distinctive choice. First recorded in 1995, it saw its peak in 2012, and while it remains outside the top 1000 (with no rank in the latest year), it has shown a stable pattern of occasional use. Though the name never reached widespread popularity, its steady trajectory suggests a quiet but enduring appeal among parents seeking a unique yet familiar-sounding name. Emmalena has no strong ties to any particular state or region, reflecting its scattered, individualistic usage across the country.

Emmalena is a modern blend of the names Emma and Lena. Emma originates from the Germanic word 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal', while Lena is often a short form of Helena or Magdalena, meaning 'light' or 'tower'. The name first appeared in the United States in the mid-1990s and saw its peak popularity in 2012. It remains a rare but steady choice.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Emma, Lena, Em, Emmie

Variants: Emmalina, Emmaleena, Emilena

Sibling names for Emmalena

Names that share Emmalena's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Sophia, Olivia, Ava, Isabella, Mia

Brothers: Ethan, Liam, Noah, Oliver, Elijah

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Emmalena mean?
Emmalena is a modern combination of Emma and Lena, often interpreted as 'universal' or 'light'.
How popular is the name Emmalena?
Emmalena is a very rare name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1995 and peaked in 2012, but it has never ranked in the top 1000.
Is Emmalena typically a girl's name?
Yes, Emmalena is almost exclusively used for girls.