Amia vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amia

Girl #1,628 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American French Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,628
Total SSA Count
127
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Amy, Mia

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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

Amia Rank #1,628
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1628 for Amia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amia ___

  • Amia Grace
  • Amia Rose
  • Amia Jade
  • Amia Claire
  • Amia Noelle
  • Amia Simone

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 Amia

Mia Ella Sofia Luca Nico

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amia or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Amia at #1628 in the United States.

What do Amia and Emma mean?

Amia means "beloved" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Amia and Emma boy or girl names?

Amia is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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