Emma-Leigh
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Emma-Leigh: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2013.
Blending two enduring favourites, Emma-Leigh joins the Germanic *Emma*, meaning “universal” or “whole,” with the Old English *Leigh*, a surname-turned-given-name derived from *lēah* (a woodland clearing or meadow). The compound first became noticeable in Scotland in the early 2000s, reflecting a wider trend for hyphenated names that honour both sides of the family. Famous bearers are scarce because of its modern, bespoke nature, but the individual elements are borne by countless notable women – from actress Emma Watson to the legendary Vivien Leigh. Leigh itself also appears as a place-name across England (e.g. Leigh in Lancashire), while Emma lends its root to the occasional geographical feature, such as Mount Emma in Antarctica. The double‑barrelled form offers a lyrical balance of strength and pastoral calm.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20133 babies
- Latest (2013)
- #8163 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2013
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y