Emma vs Hilda

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

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Hilda

Girl #3,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"battle woman, warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,055
Total SSA Count
53
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hildie, Hilly

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Hilda Rank #3,055

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3055 for Hilda.

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

Hilda ___

  • Hilda Rose
  • Hilda Mae
  • Hilda Jane
  • Hilda Frances
  • Hilda Louise
  • Hilda Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hilda

Hazel Otto Mabel Rupert Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hilda more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hilda at #3055 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hilda mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hilda means "battle woman, warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Hilda boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hilda is primarily a girl name.

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