Emma vs Lilli

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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Lilli

Girl #3,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,966
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lilli Rank #3,966

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3966 for Lilli.

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

Lilli ___

  • Lilli Rose
  • Lilli Mae
  • Lilli Grace
  • Lilli Jane
  • Lilli Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lilli

Violet Daisy Oliver Henry Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lilli more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lilli at #3966 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lilli mean?

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

Are Emma and Lilli boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lilli is primarily a girl name.

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