Demetrius vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Demetrius

Boy #1,041 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"earth-lover"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian African American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,041
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Demi, Dem, Trey

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Demetrius Rank #1,041
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1041 for Demetrius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Demetrius ___

  • Demetrius James
  • Demetrius Lamar
  • Demetrius Andre
  • Demetrius Antoine
  • Demetrius Wayne
  • Demetrius Alexander

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 Demetrius

Marcus Dominic Titus Seraphina Octavia

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Demetrius or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Demetrius at #1041 in the United States.

What do Demetrius and Emma mean?

Demetrius means "earth-lover" (Greek origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Demetrius and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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