Emma vs Liliana

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Liliana Rank #80

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #80 for Liliana.

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

Liliana ___

  • Liliana Grace
  • Liliana Rose
  • Liliana Marie
  • Liliana Jade
  • Liliana Noelle
  • Liliana Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Liliana

Adriana Valentina Sebastian Julian Isadora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Liliana more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Liliana at #80 in the United States.

What do Emma and Liliana mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Liliana means "lily flower" (Latin (lilium) origin).

Are Emma and Liliana boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Liliana is primarily a girl name.

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