Girl
Jemma
precious stone
About Jemma
Jemma radiates warmth and accessibility, offering a gem of a name in more ways than one. The double-m spelling distinguishes it from its cousin Gemma while maintaining the name's essential sparkle. This variant has cultivated its own identity, particularly popular in British and Australian contexts, bringing international flair without pronunciation confusion.
The name strikes an enviable balance—it's neither too common nor too unusual, sitting in that sweet spot where people recognize it immediately but won't find multiple Jemmas in every classroom. Its two-syllable structure keeps it straightforward and unfussy, while the double consonant adds subtle sophistication.
Jemma works beautifully across generations, suiting a giggling infant, studious teen, or creative adult with equal ease. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality without sacrificing substance or character.
It pairs well with both traditional and modern middle names, and its compact form means it won't overwhelm longer surnames. Parents seeking a name that feels genuine, unpretentious, and timelessly charming find much to love in Jemma.
Popularity of the Name Jemma
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #852 | #710 | #819 | #983 | |
| 2011 | #829 | #271 | #482 | #654 | |
| 2012 | #688 | #412 | #486 | #710 | |
| 2013 | #663 | #293 | #985 | #566 | |
| 2014 | #636 | #395 | #789 | #544 | |
| 2015 | #689 | #383 | #976 | #624 | |
| 2016 | #612 | #693 | #703 | ||
| 2017 | #609 | #656 | |||
| 2018 | #528 | #934 | |||
| 2019 | #565 | #859 | |||
| 2020 | #584 | #715 | |||
| 2021 | #604 | #697 | |||
| 2022 | #697 | #973 | |||
| 2023 | #722 | #854 | |||
| 2024 | #757 | ||||
| 2025 | #866 | ||||
| 1997 | #115 | #172 | #251 | ||
| 1998 | #143 | #122 | #217 | ||
| 1999 | #156 | #197 | #235 | ||
| 2000 | #166 | #225 | #218 | ||
| 2001 | #163 | #97 | #245 | ||
| 2002 | #204 | #84 | #297 | ||
| 2003 | #211 | #113 | #321 | ||
| 2004 | #219 | #105 | #490 | ||
| 2005 | #270 | #88 | #288 | ||
| 2006 | #321 | #198 | #263 | ||
| 2007 | #390 | #178 | #335 | ||
| 2008 | #461 | #255 | #565 | ||
| 2009 | #573 | #213 | #454 | #745 | |
| 1978 | #352 | #407 | |||
| 1980 | #341 | #421 | |||
| 1981 | #287 | #319 | |||
| 1982 | #243 | #380 | |||
| 1983 | #150 | #325 | |||
| 1984 | #108 | #258 | |||
| 1985 | #90 | #334 | |||
| 1986 | #128 | #297 | |||
| 1987 | #168 | #276 | |||
| 1988 | #110 | #183 | |||
| 1989 | #142 | #340 | |||
| 1990 | #250 | #307 | |||
| 1991 | #168 | #210 | |||
| 1992 | #158 | #206 | |||
| 1993 | #150 | #194 | |||
| 1994 | #215 | #274 | |||
| 1995 | #230 | #246 | |||
| 1996 | #159 | #200 | |||
| 1965 | #417 | ||||
| 1972 | #365 | ||||
| 1973 | #425 | ||||
| 1974 | #387 | ||||
| 1976 | #407 | ||||
| 1977 | #409 | ||||
| 1979 | #403 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jemma
Names Similar to Jemma
Nicknames for Jemma
- Jem
- Jemmy
- Emma
- Jems
Famous People Named Jemma
| Jemma Redgrave | British actress |
| Jemma Lucy | British reality TV star |
| Jemma Donovan | Australian actress |
| Jemma Kidd | English fashion model |
| Jemma Churchill | British actress |
| Jemma McKenzie-Brown | British actress |
| Jemma Bolt | British actress |
| Jemma Gross | Australian actress |
| Jemma Smith | Australian politician |
| Jemma Baines | Australian model |
| Jemma O'Hanlon | Australian actress |
| Jemma Dallender | British actress |
| Jemma Mi Mi | Australian netball player |
| Jemma Neville | Scottish author and human rights activist |
Characters Named Jemma
| Jemma Simmons | Character from Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D |
| Jemma Carlisle | Character from the TV show "The Royals" |
| Jemma Walker | Character from the TV show "Heartland" |
| Jemma Thompson | Character from the book series "Lockwood & Co" |