Emma vs Lavinia

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
Lavinia Rank #2,132

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2132 for Lavinia.

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

Lavinia ___

  • Lavinia Rose
  • Lavinia Grace
  • Lavinia Mae
  • Lavinia Claire
  • Lavinia Jane
  • Lavinia Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lavinia

Octavia Lydia Caspian Dorian Cecily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lavinia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lavinia at #2132 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lavinia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lavinia means "of the Latins" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lavinia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lavinia is primarily a girl name.

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