Emili vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emili

Girl #4,620 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"industrious, striving"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American European Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,620
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmie, Mili

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emili Rank #4,620
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4620 for Emili.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emili ___

  • Emili Rose
  • Emili Grace
  • Emili Jane
  • Emili Claire
  • Emili Kate
  • Emili Anne

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 Emili

Charlotte Olivia Sophie Henry Oliver

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emili or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Emili at #4620 in the United States.

What do Emili and Emma mean?

Emili means "industrious, striving" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emili and Emma boy or girl names?

Emili is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

More Comparisons