Bernice vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bernice

Girl #3,814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bringer of victory"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,814
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bernie, Berni, Bea

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
Full profile for Bernice →

Popularity Comparison

Bernice Rank #3,814
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3814 for Bernice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bernice ___

  • Bernice Mae
  • Bernice Claire
  • Bernice Rose
  • Bernice Elizabeth
  • Bernice Jane
  • Bernice Louise

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 Bernice

Mabel Sylvia Dorothy Clarence Walter

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bernice or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Bernice at #3814 in the United States.

What do Bernice and Emma mean?

Bernice means "bringer of victory" (Greek origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Bernice and Emma boy or girl names?

Bernice is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

More Comparisons

Emma vs Bernice Bernice vs Kobe Bernice vs Alanie Bernice vs Kamyla Bernice vs Suhana
← Full profile: Bernice ← Full profile: Emma Browse all baby names