Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Embla currently ranks #6065 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #5935, first reached on Aug 14, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.0, shipped on Jun 19, 2026 (77 days ago) — release #20 since the theme joined the directory in 2018.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | #6065 |
| 2026-08-31 | #6044 |
| 2026-07-31 | #5953 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Carolina Nymark |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.0 |
| Versions released | 20 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-19 |
| Added to directory | 2018-02-19 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Embla is a responsive theme with a grid layout that focuses on your latest posts. It has a footer widget area with room for all your widgets and two custom widgets for recent posts and comments. The theme also has support for full width content, a video header and logo. Embla will always be free for you to use and customize. You can ask for support or request new features in the support forum.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Embla?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Embla?
As of September 4, 2026, Embla ranks #6065 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #5935.
When was Embla last updated?
Embla was last updated on June 19, 2026 (version 2.0). It has shipped 20 releases in total.
Who makes Embla?
Embla is developed by Carolina Nymark. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in February 2018.
