Emma vs Karina

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
Karina Rank #774

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #774 for Karina.

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

Karina ___

  • Karina Rose
  • Karina Marie
  • Karina Grace
  • Karina Louise
  • Karina Ann
  • Karina Elena

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Karina

Natalia Lucia Elena Marco Andrei

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Karina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Karina at #774 in the United States.

What do Emma and Karina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Karina means "pure, beloved" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Karina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Karina is primarily a girl name.

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