Emma vs Janna

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
Janna Rank #2,114

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2114 for Janna.

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

Janna ___

  • Janna Marie
  • Janna Louise
  • Janna Claire
  • Janna Elizabeth
  • Janna Grace
  • Janna Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Janna

Petra Mieke Annika Lars Sven

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Janna more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Janna at #2114 in the United States.

What do Emma and Janna mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Janna means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Janna boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Janna is primarily a girl name.

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