Emma vs Hadassah

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
Hadassah Rank #532

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #532 for Hadassah.

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

Hadassah ___

  • Hadassah Ruth
  • Hadassah Grace
  • Hadassah Miriam
  • Hadassah Joy
  • Hadassah Elizabeth
  • Hadassah Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hadassah

Esther Naomi Miriam Boaz Solomon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hadassah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hadassah at #532 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hadassah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hadassah means "bride" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Hadassah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hadassah is primarily a girl name.

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