Alicia vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alicia

Girl #436 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, of noble kind"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish English Italian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#436
Total SSA Count
708
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Ally, Licia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alicia Rank #436
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #436 for Alicia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alicia ___

  • Alicia Rose
  • Alicia Marie
  • Alicia Grace
  • Alicia Jane
  • Alicia Mae
  • Alicia Renee

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 Alicia

Sophia Isabella Marco Julian Bianca

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alicia or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Alicia at #436 in the United States.

What do Alicia and Emma mean?

Alicia means "noble, of noble kind" (Germanic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Alicia and Emma boy or girl names?

Alicia is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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