אמה

Emma is an ancient and emotionally resonant feminine name with deep and varied meanings across different cultures. In Hebrew, the name Ama (אמה) derives from the root א-מ-ה, connected to the word 'amah' meaning maidservant or handmaiden, as it appears in various biblical contexts. However, the name also carries connotations of closeness, intimacy, and familial warmth, as it phonetically resembles 'ima' (mother) - the most central word in every person's life. In traditional Hebrew culture, the name Ama symbolizes modesty, devotion, and loyalty, qualities highly valued in biblical society. In Germanic and European culture, the name Emma carries an entirely different meaning - it derives from the ancient Germanic word 'ermen' meaning 'whole', 'universal', or 'complete'. This meaning made the name one of the most popular throughout Europe from the Middle Ages to the present day. Emma was especially common among royal and noble families in Germany, England, and France, carrying with it an aura of nobility and refinement. In European literature, characters named Emma appear in numerous classic works, such as Jane Austen's 'Emma' and Gustave Flaubert's 'Madame Bovary' (Emma Bovary), lending the name cultural and intellectual depth. In the modern era, the name Emma has experienced a remarkable revival worldwide. It has become one of the most popular names in the United States, Britain, Australia, and Canada, topping the charts of leading names for over two decades. In Israel, the name is gaining increasing recognition as an international name that combines Hebrew roots with global popularity. It is perceived as a modern yet classic name, short but impactful, suitable for a girl growing up in a globalized world. The name Emma represents a bridge between tradition and contemporaneity, between Jewish identity and cultural openness, and between simplicity and profound meaning. It carries a message of wholeness, universality, and maternal love - values relevant in every culture and every generation.

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Emma | Ema | Emme

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Genesis 16:2 - And Sarai said to Abram: 'Behold now, the LORD has restrained me from bearing; go in, I pray thee, unto my handmaid; it may be that I shall be builded up through her'

In Kabbalah, the name Ama symbolizes the vessel that receives divine abundance. The word 'Ama' is connected to the Supernal Mother - Binah, the third sefirah in the Tree of Life, representing the spiritual maternal force that nourishes all creation. The name also carries a connection to faith (emunah) and truth (emet), with the letter mem at its center symbolizing water - the source of life and spiritual purification.

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Emma Watson - British actress, famous from Harry Potter series | Emma Stone - American Oscar-winning actress | Emma Thompson - British actress and screenwriter | Emma Roberts - American actress | Emma Bunton - British singer, Spice Girls member | Emma Raducanu - British tennis player, US Open champion

אמונה | עמליה | אמירה | נעמה | תמה

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