Embla Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Embla Name at a Glance

Name	Embla
Meaning	From an elm.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Embla Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Embla means “From an elm”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Embla Name Origin

Our database records Embla under Norse origin. Browse more Norse baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Embla a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Embla is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Embla

When considering Embla for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.