Emma vs Lara

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

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Lara

Girl #740 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bay laurel (victory)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Russian Italian Spanish English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#740
Total SSA Count
379
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lara Rank #740

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #740 for Lara.

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

Lara ___

  • Lara Jane
  • Lara Rose
  • Lara Grace
  • Lara Belle
  • Lara Kate
  • Lara Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lara

Sasha Natasha Ivan Mira Vera

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lara more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lara at #740 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lara mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lara means "bay laurel (victory)" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lara boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lara is primarily a girl name.

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