Adella vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adella

Girl #2,794 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,794
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Della, Addie, Ella

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Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

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Popularity Comparison

Adella Rank #2,794
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2794 for Adella.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adella ___

  • Adella Rose
  • Adella Mae
  • Adella Jane
  • Adella Grace
  • Adella Claire
  • Adella Marie

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 Adella

Cordelia Cecily Emmett Jasper Beatrix

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adella or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Adella at #2794 in the United States.

What do Adella and Emma mean?

Adella means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Adella and Emma boy or girl names?

Adella is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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