Emma vs Lessa

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
Lessa Rank #65,109

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #65109 for Lessa.

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

Lessa ___

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 Lessa

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lessa more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lessa at #65109 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lessa mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Lessa boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lessa is primarily a girl name.

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