Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont
Queen consort of the Netherlands (r. 1879–1890)
1858 — 1934
Quick Facts
Profession
Queen consort of the Netherlands (r. 1879–1890)
Born
August 2, 1858
Died
1934 (age ~76)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
princess, collector, art collector
Kingdom of the NetherlandsBorn in Arolsen CastleDied in The Hague
1858
Born in Arolsen Castle (1858-08-02)
1879
PositionConsort of the Netherlands (1879–1890)
1879
PositionConsort of Luxembourg (1879–1890)
1890
PositionRegent of the Netherlands (1890–1898)
1934
Died in The Hague
About
Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont was Queen of the Netherlands and Grand Duchess of Luxembourg as the wife of King-Grand Duke William III. An immensely popular member of the Dutch Royal Family, Queen Emma served as regent for her daughter, Queen Wilhelmina, during the latter's minority from 1890 until 1898.
Read more on Wikipedia →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont?+
Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont was Queen of the Netherlands and Grand Duchess of Luxembourg as the wife of King-Grand Duke William III. An immensely popular member of the Dutch Royal Family, Queen Emma served as regent for her daughter, Queen Wilhelmina, during the latter's minority from 1890 until 189
What does the name Emma mean?+
The name Emma means "A female given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Brought to England by the Normans; short form of compound given names beginning with a Frankish prototheme Ermin- or Irmin- "entire", from *ermunaz.". It is of English origin.
When was Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont born?+
Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont was born on August 2, 1858.
When did Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont die?+
Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont died in 1934, at approximately 76 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Brought to England by the Normans; short form of compound given names beginning with a Frankish prototheme Ermin- or Irmin- "entire", from *ermunaz.
The name Emma is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Brought to England by the Normans; short form of compound given names beginning with a Frankish prototheme Ermin- or Irmin- "entire", from *ermunaz.". It is traditionally a female name.
Other famous people named Emma
Emma Watson
English model, activist, and former actress (born 1990)
Emma Goldman
Russian-born American anarchist (1869–1940)
Emma Thompson
British actress and screenwriter (born 1959)
Emma Roberts
American actress, singer, model and producer
Emma XCX
English singer and songwriter
Emma of the Netherlands
Queen of the Netherlands from 1948 to 1980 (1909-2004)
Emma — August 2, 1858
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
Would you name your baby Emma?
Guestbook
3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
— a night owl
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Crowns are heavy. You wore yours well.
— a historian
Actions