Emma-Louise
Girl name · 246 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Emma-Louise: 246 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 18 births in 1990.
A charming double-barrelled choice, Emma-Louise combines two beloved names with distinct roots. Emma derives from the Germanic word *ermen*, meaning "whole" or "universal," and was popularised in England by the Norman Conquest and later by Jane Austen’s spirited heroine in *Emma*. Louise is the French feminine form of Louis, from the Old German *hlud* ("famous") and *wiga* ("warrior"). Together, they evoke both gentleness and strength. Famous bearers include the British actress Emma-Louise Martin and the Scottish singer-songwriter Emma-Louise, known for her emotive folk-pop. The name also carries a royal echo: Princess Louise, daughter of Queen Victoria, lent her name to the Canadian province of Alberta via Lake Louise. This pairing feels both classic and fresh, a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and modern flair.
Girl 36 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 199018 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7653 babies
- Total births
- 246since 1976
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 47%vs prior 5y