Emya: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehmy-ah
Origin: Egypt
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: To grow

The name Emya is a unique and ancient name with multiple origins and meanings. It is believed to have derived from the Sumerian word "emu, " which means "to grow" or "to sprout, " and the Akkadian word "amya, which means "eternal" or "everlasting. " This name has been associated with ideas of fertility, and longevity. In ancient Egyptian mythology, there is a reference to a goddess named Emya, who was associated with fertility and childbirth. The name has also appeared in various Persian and Arabic texts, highlighting its rich cultural heritage. Despite its ancient roots, the name Emya has seen a resurgence in modern times, particularly as a female name.

Emya Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Emya is currently #11430 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Emya is currently #6466 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Emya is currently #3134 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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