Adela vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adela

Girl #1,096 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, of noble birth"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Czech Polish German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,096
Total SSA Count
224
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Addie, Della, Ada

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Adela Rank #1,096
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1096 for Adela.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adela ___

  • Adela Rose
  • Adela Marie
  • Adela Grace
  • Adela Louise
  • Adela Sofia
  • Adela Elena

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Adela

Leopold Elise Roland Mathilde Otto

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adela or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Adela at #1096 in the United States.

What do Adela and Emma mean?

Adela means "noble, of noble birth" (Germanic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Adela and Emma boy or girl names?

Adela is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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