Emma vs Imara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imara

Girl #2,993 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, resolute, firm"

Origin: Swahili

Cultural Roots

Swahili African East African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,993
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ima, Mara

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Imara Rank #2,993

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2993 for Imara.

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

Imara ___

  • Imara Zoe
  • Imara Faith
  • Imara Grace
  • Imara Joy
  • Imara Amara
  • Imara Nia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Imara

Zuri Amara Nia Jabari Kofi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Imara more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Imara at #2993 in the United States.

What do Emma and Imara mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Imara means "strong, resolute, firm" (Swahili origin).

Are Emma and Imara boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Imara is primarily a girl name.

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