Clio 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

Clio Rank #6,136
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6136 for Clio.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clio ___

  • Clio Rose
  • Clio Jane
  • Clio Marie
  • Clio Isabelle
  • Clio Elise
  • Clio Wren

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 Clio

Iris Phoebe Calliope Orion Atlas

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clio or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Clio at #6136 in the United States.

What do Clio and Emma mean?

Clio means "glory, fame" (Greek origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Clio and Emma boy or girl names?

Clio is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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