Emera

Emera is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant of Emery or as a feminized form of Emery/Emory. It may also relate to the precious stone 'emerald,' giving it associations with beauty and rarity. The name has Latin roots in names like Emmerich, ultimately derived from Germanic elements meaning 'work power' or 'industrious ruler.' Emera has a delicate, melodic quality that feels both vintage and fresh. While uncommon, it fits well with popular contemporary naming trends favoring soft-sounding names ending in 'a' for girls. Its similarity to more familiar names like Emma and Emily makes it accessible while remaining distinctive.

Pronounced EM-er-uh.

As of October 2026, Emera ranked #13713 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #9127 in 2020.