Emma

Emma descends from the ancient Germanic word 'ermen,' meaning 'universal' or 'whole.' It began as a diminutive, a shortened, affectionate form of longer names like Ermengard. By the 11th century, through figures like Emma of Normandy, queen consort to two kings of England, it gained independence and prestige, spreading its gentle strength across Europe's royal courts.

When you hold your daughter, the name Emma feels like a soft, yet firm embrace. It connects to the profound sense of wholeness she brings into your life. Whispering it, you sense a completeness, a child who will be universally loved and who will approach the world with an open, genuine heart. You will write 'Emma' on her birth announcement and realize it feels as if it was always meant to be there.