Erma Whitfield

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Erma Whitfield — English
64K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Erma Whitfield is a name that combines English origins. The first name Erma is a feminine given name of English origin. Erma Bergmann (1924–2015), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League pitcher and outfielder Erma Bombeck (1927–1996), American humorist and newspaper columnist Erma Franklin (1938–2002), American soul, rhythm and blues, and pop singer Erma Perham Proetz (1891–1944), American advertising executive and the first woman inducted into the Advertising Hall of Fame Erma Vizenor (born 1944), American politician and educator Erma Knoll, a peak in upper Huron Glacier, Livingston Island, Antarctica Erma, New Jersey, a census-designated place and unincorporated area Erma Reka (village), a village in. The surname Whitfield: Whitfield is a surname of Old English and Anglo-Saxon origins deriving from hwit (white or chalky) and feld (open lands). It can also be an Americanized or Anglicised form of the German and Ashkenazi Jewish surname Weissfeld, composed of the elements weiss 'white' and feld 'field'. Erma is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 64K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Erma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Erma

English

Erma Bergmann (1924–2015), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League pitcher and outfielder Erma Bombeck (1927–1996), American humorist and newspaper columnist Erma Franklin (1938–2002), American soul, rhythm and blues, and pop singer Erma Perham Proetz (1891–1944), American advertising executive and the first woman inducted into the Advertising Hall of Fame Erma Vizenor (born 1944), American politician and educator Erma Knoll, a peak in upper Huron Glacier, Livingston Island, Antarctica Erma, New Jersey, a census-designated place and unincorporated area Erma Reka (village), a village in.

Surname: Whitfield

English

Whitfield is a surname of Old English and Anglo-Saxon origins deriving from hwit (white or chalky) and feld (open lands). It can also be an Americanized or Anglicised form of the German and Ashkenazi Jewish surname Weissfeld, composed of the elements weiss 'white' and feld 'field'.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Erma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Erma by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Erma Whitfield

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Erma Whitfield:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Erma?
The first name Erma originates from English. Erma Bergmann (1924–2015), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League pitcher and outfielder Erma Bombeck (1927–1996), American humorist and newspaper columnist Erma Franklin (1938–2002), American soul, rhythm and blues, and pop singer Erma Perham Proetz (1891–1944), American advertising executive and the first woman inducted into the Advertising Hall of Fame Erma Vizenor (born 1944), American politician and educator Erma Knoll, a peak in upper Huron Glacier, Livingston Island, Antarctica Erma, New Jersey, a census-designated place and unincorporated area Erma Reka (village), a village in.
When was Erma most popular?
The name Erma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Whitfield?
The surname Whitfield originates from English. Whitfield is a surname of Old English and Anglo-Saxon origins deriving from hwit (white or chalky) and feld (open lands). It can also be an Americanized or Anglicised form of the German and Ashkenazi Jewish surname Weissfeld, composed of the elements weiss 'white' and feld 'field'.
How common is the surname Whitfield?
The surname Whitfield is shared by approximately 30K people worldwide.
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