Emma-Jane
Girl name · 78 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Emma-Jane: 78 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 1995.
Emma-Jane is a modern compound name, blending the classic Emma, of Germanic origin meaning "whole" or "universal," with Jane, the English feminine form of John, ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious." This double-barrelled combination became particularly popular in Scotland and the UK from the 1970s onward, reflecting a trend for pairing traditional names. While no single famous bearer dominates, the name evokes the literary heritage of Jane Austen's Emma and the strong, independent spirit of Jane Eyre. The name also shares its roots with the Scottish town of Port Ellen on Islay, whose name derives from the Gaelic form of Helen, a name often linked with Emma through shared royal and classical associations. Emma-Jane offers a rhythmic, friendly choice that feels both classic and contemporary.
Girl 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19957 babies
- Latest (2005)
- #6873 babies
- Total births
- 78since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 30%vs prior 5y