Emma vs Lili

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lili

Girl #3,040 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German French Romanian Spanish Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,040
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Li, Lils

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lili Rank #3,040

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3040 for Lili.

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

Lili ___

  • Lili Rose
  • Lili Marie
  • Lili Grace
  • Lili Anne
  • Lili Belle
  • Lili Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lili

Violet Iris Daisy Leo Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lili more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lili at #3040 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lili mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lili means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lili boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lili is primarily a girl name.

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