Norse Mythology

The Mighty Gods of the Vikings...

EMBLA

Norse legendary mortal

Picture of the Norse legendary mortal Embla from our Norse mythology image library. Illustration by Chas Saunders.

The First Woman made from a tree

She started as a primordial elm tree, but was turned into the first human by Odin.

See Ask for details.

Embla Facts and Figures

Name: Embla
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Female
Type: legendary mortal
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

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Article last revised on May 05, 2026 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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