Emma vs Lilith

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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Lilith

Girl #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the night, night monster"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Mesopotamian English Pagan/Wiccan

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#256
Total SSA Count
1,240
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lily, Lili

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lilith Rank #256

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #256 for Lilith.

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

Lilith ___

  • Lilith Rose
  • Lilith Mae
  • Lilith Grace
  • Lilith Fern
  • Lilith Snow
  • Lilith Moon

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lilith

Raven Damien Lyra Felix Cressida

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lilith more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lilith at #256 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lilith mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lilith means "of the night, night monster" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Lilith boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lilith is primarily a girl name.

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