Emma vs Lilah

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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Lilah

Girl #179 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"night"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#179
Total SSA Count
1,685
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Li, Lil

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lilah Rank #179

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #179 for Lilah.

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

Lilah ___

  • Lilah Rose
  • Lilah Grace
  • Lilah Jane
  • Lilah Mae
  • Lilah Frances
  • Lilah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lilah

Ezra Jonah Elara Violet Silas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lilah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lilah at #179 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lilah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lilah means "night" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Lilah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lilah is primarily a girl name.

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