Emmalene

“Universal, whole”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11497US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

404All-time births

📅 Since 191700

How to pronounce Emmalene

EM·ul·EEN

/ˈɛm.əl.ˈiːn/ · stress on EM · 3 syllables

“Universal, whole”

American origin · Girl name

What does Emmalene mean and where does it come from?

Emmalene is a modern variation of the name 'Emmeline', which has roots in Germanic origin. Its first recorded use as Emmalene dates back to the early 20th century in the United States. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the U.S. and English-speaking countries. Variations

Cultural significance

Emmalene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of universal, whole.

Peak popularity

Reached #3072 in 1939 — currently #11497 in the US.

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How else can you spell Emmalene?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Emmaleen

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Emmalene?

Emmalene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Emmalene Grace

How popular is Emmalene right now?

Falling — down 3320 spots — currently #11497 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#11497 · Top 8.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11497	8	▼ down 3320 · -38% births
2022	#8177	13	▲ up 451 · +8% births
2021	#8628	12	▼ down 1108 · -14% births
2020	#7520	14	▼ down 1468 · -33% births
2015	#6052	21	▲ up 1868 · +40% births
2010	#7920	15	▲ up 3098 · +67% births
2005	#11018	9	▼ down 367 · +29% births
1995	#10651	7	▼ down 5015 · +40% births
1950	#5636	5	▼ down 1347 · -17% births
1945	#4289	6	▼ down 639 · -14% births
1935	#3650	7	▲ up 744 · +17% births
1930	#4394	6	▲ up 384
1925	#4778	6	▲ up 30
1920	#4808	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emmalene

Best Year1935Rank #3650

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7073

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202314 years

The story of Emmalene

Emmalene entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 404 total births recorded, Emmalene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4808 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11497 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emmalene in 1939:

Mary Barbara Patricia Betty Shirley

Emmalene by decade

Emmalene peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	8
1920s	42
1930s	54
1940s	24
1950s	10
1970s	5
1990s	22
2000s	70
2010s ★	155
2020s	14

💎Emmalene has only 404 total recorded births since 1917 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emmalene?

Common

EmmEne

What names sound and feel like Emmalene?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Emmalene also consider these

Emmilene

American · Rival; trying to

Emalene

American · work; industrious

Emmagene

English · A variant of

Emmelene

English · rival

Ermalene

American · a combination of

emagene

American · English

Estalene

American · Possibly derived from

Emogene

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Emmalene

What does the name Emmalene mean?

Emmalene means "Universal, whole" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Emmalene?

Emmalene is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Emmalene?

Emmalene originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Emmalene?

Emmalene is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 M AH0 L IY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Emmalene?

Emmalene pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.