Emma vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mel, Elda, Immy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Imelda Rank #3,675

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3675 for Imelda.

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

Imelda ___

  • Imelda Grace
  • Imelda Rose
  • Imelda Maria
  • Imelda Louise
  • Imelda Claire
  • Imelda Sofia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Imelda

Matilda Isolde Rosario Catalina Rodrigo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Imelda more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Emma and Imelda mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Imelda boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Imelda is primarily a girl name.

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