Emma vs Katija

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
Katija Rank #49,719

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #49719 for Katija.

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

Katija ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Katija

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Katija more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Katija at #49719 in the United States.

What do Emma and Katija mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Katija boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Katija is primarily a girl name.

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