Delano 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

Delano Rank #3,595
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3595 for Delano.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delano ___

  • Delano James
  • Delano Francis
  • Delano Ray
  • Delano Scott
  • Delano Anthony
  • Delano Marcus

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 Delano

Roosevelt Franklin Monroe Adelaide Eleanor

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delano or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Delano at #3595 in the United States.

What do Delano and Emma mean?

Delano means "of the night" (Old French origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Delano and Emma boy or girl names?

Delano is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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