Emma
/ɛ.ma/
Emma is the French equivalent of the English female given name Emma.
Emma is used as a female given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
The name is pronounced /ɛ.ma/. It consists of two syllables.
Did you know?
- In French literature, the name 'Emma' often evokes the character of Emma Bovary, which can carry a heavy, somewhat tragic connotation of romantic disillusionment.
- In French historical contexts, particularly within older nobility, names ending in 'a' were often viewed as 'foreign' or 'Latinate', making the modern popularity of Emma a relatively recent trend in France.
- French speakers often use the diminutive Emmy or Mimie as affectionate nicknames for someone named Emma.
Examples in context
- Elle a prénommé sa fille Emma.She named her daughter Emma.This sentence shows the use of Emma as a daughter's name.Tatoeba #647095 by U2FS, translation #8957665 by sundown
- Emma Goldman était une anarchiste juive proéminente.Emma Goldman was a prominent Jewish anarchist.This sentence refers to the historical figure Emma Goldman using Emma.Tatoeba #13347957 by genes1s, translation #8931349 by shekitten
- Emma Watson est une ambassadrice de bonne volonté d’ONU Femmes.Emma Watson is a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador.This sentence refers to the actress Emma Watson using Emma.Tatoeba #12473016 by Rovo, translation #6011568 by zumley
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Example conversation
Manon is introducing her friend to Lucas.
- ManonLucas, je te présente Emma.Lucas, I'd like you to meet Emma.
- LucasEnchanté de faire ta connaissance, Emma.Nice to meet you, Emma.
- ManonEmma est ma collègue de bureau.Emma is my colleague from work.
- LucasC'est super, bienvenue parmi nous !That's great, welcome among us!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “emma” translations and entries Emma, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
