Emma vs Ernestina

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

Emma Rank #2
Ernestina Rank #38,784

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #38784 for Ernestina.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Ernestina ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ernestina

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ernestina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ernestina at #38784 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ernestina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Ernestina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ernestina is primarily a girl name.

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