Emma vs Ilaria

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ilaria

Girl #3,983 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, joyful, merry"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,983
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ilari, Ila, Lara

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Ilaria Rank #3,983

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3983 for Ilaria.

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

Ilaria ___

  • Ilaria Sofia
  • Ilaria Valentina
  • Ilaria Giovanna
  • Ilaria Grace
  • Ilaria Rose
  • Ilaria Elena

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ilaria

Beatrice Chiara Marco Luca Giulia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ilaria more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ilaria at #3983 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ilaria mean?

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

Are Emma and Ilaria boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ilaria is primarily a girl name.

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