Delora vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delora

Girl #38,864 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows, pains"

Origin: Spanish from Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,864
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Del, Lora, Delly

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Delora Rank #38,864
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #38864 for Delora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delora ___

  • Delora Rose
  • Delora Jean
  • Delora Ann
  • Delora Mae
  • Delora Grace
  • Delora Carmen

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 Delora

Rosario Consuelo Carmen Diego Rodrigo

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delora or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Delora at #38864 in the United States.

What do Delora and Emma mean?

Delora means "sorrows, pains" (Spanish from Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Delora and Emma boy or girl names?

Delora is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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