Emma — Originally a short form of Germanic names that began with the element ermen meaning "whole" or "universal". It was introduced to England by Emma of Normandy, who was the wife both of king Ethelred II (and by him the mother of Edward the Confessor) and later of king Canute. It was also borne by an 11th-century Austrian saint, who is sometimes called Hemma.
Saintly namesake: Emma of Lesum was an 11th-century German countess known for her charity and piety. She is one of several saints named Emma. (December 3 · 11th century)
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