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Emily vs Bella

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emily

Girl #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Aemilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
5,955
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emily Rank #25
Bella Rank #109

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #109 for Bella.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Bella more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Bella at #109 in the United States.

What do Emily and Bella mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin). Bella means "beautiful" (Italian origin).

Are Emily and Bella boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Bella is primarily a girl name.

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