Clarissa vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clarissa

Girl #1,160 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin clarus

Cultural Roots

English Italian American Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,160
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clar, Rissa, Clary

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clarissa Rank #1,160
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1160 for Clarissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarissa ___

  • Clarissa Jane
  • Clarissa Rose
  • Clarissa Anne
  • Clarissa Elizabeth
  • Clarissa Violet
  • Clarissa Mae

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 Clarissa

Araminta Cordelia Sebastian Lysander Beatrice

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarissa or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Clarissa at #1160 in the United States.

What do Clarissa and Emma mean?

Clarissa means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin clarus origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Clarissa and Emma boy or girl names?

Clarissa is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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