Arsema vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arsema

Girl #4,898 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"holy martyr; blessed saint"

Origin: Ge'ez/Ethiopic

Cultural Roots

Ethiopian Eritrean Coptic Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,898
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Arsi, Sema

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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

Arsema Rank #4,898
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4898 for Arsema.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arsema ___

  • Arsema Mekdes
  • Arsema Miriam
  • Arsema Selam
  • Arsema Tigist
  • Arsema Bezawit
  • Arsema Hiwot

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 Arsema

Mekdes Tsion Biruk Yonas Dawit

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arsema or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Arsema at #4898 in the United States.

What do Arsema and Emma mean?

Arsema means "holy martyr; blessed saint" (Ge'ez/Ethiopic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Arsema and Emma boy or girl names?

Arsema is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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