Clarisse vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clarisse Rank #5,094
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5094 for Clarisse.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarisse ___

  • Clarisse Marie
  • Clarisse Sophie
  • Clarisse Anne
  • Clarisse Louise
  • Clarisse Elise
  • Clarisse Renee

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 Clarisse

Berenice Celestine Amelie Lucien Raphael

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarisse or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Clarisse at #5094 in the United States.

What do Clarisse and Emma mean?

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

Are Clarisse and Emma boy or girl names?

Clarisse is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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