Emma vs Hemen

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
Hemen Rank #3,380

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3380 for Hemen.

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

Hemen ___

  • Hemen Grace
  • Hemen Marie
  • Hemen Rose
  • Hemen Faith
  • Hemen Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hemen

Selam Dawit Miriam Solomon Bethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hemen more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hemen at #3380 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hemen mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hemen means "golden" (Amharic origin).

Are Emma and Hemen boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hemen is primarily a girl name.

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