Emma vs Hillary

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
Hillary Rank #2,340

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2340 for Hillary.

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

Hillary ___

  • Hillary Ann
  • Hillary Jane
  • Hillary Grace
  • Hillary Marie
  • Hillary Louise
  • Hillary Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hillary

Ashley Courtney Chelsea Whitney Spencer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hillary more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hillary at #2340 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hillary mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hillary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Hillary boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hillary is primarily a girl name.

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