Emeka
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Emeka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 17 babies have been named Emeka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emeka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,497 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,497
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Also a Boy Name
Emeka is also used as a boy name, ranked #9696.
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"of the earth, half (prefix demi-)"
#34,343 in US
Sanskrit origin
"Long-haired, one with beautiful hair"
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Old French/Latin origin
"one who comforts, solace and strength"
#34,491 in US
Japanese origin
"Love; kindness; benevolence"
#34,645 in US
Greek origin
"earth mother, devotee of Demeter"
#34,375 in US
Arabic/American origin
"life, she who lives (via -isha suffix)"
#34,453 in US
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About the Name Emeka
Emeka is a girl name .
Is Emeka a boy or girl name? Emeka is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #34,497 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,696. Emeka is more commonly used as a boy name.
Emeka is currently ranked #34,497 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Emeka include Eme, Emy, Emie, and Emekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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