Cassia vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cassia

Girl #2,232 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cinnamon tree, spice plant"

Origin: Latin/Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Roman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,232
Total SSA Count
84
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cassie, Cass

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cassia Rank #2,232
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2232 for Cassia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cassia ___

  • Cassia Jane
  • Cassia Rose
  • Cassia Wren
  • Cassia Lou
  • Cassia Elise
  • Cassia May

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 Cassia

Silas Thea Jasper Lyra Felix

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassia or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cassia at #2232 in the United States.

What do Cassia and Emma mean?

Cassia means "cinnamon tree, spice plant" (Latin/Greek origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cassia and Emma boy or girl names?

Cassia is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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