Emma vs Lillia

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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Lillia

Girl #3,117 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,117
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lily, Lillie, Lia

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lillia Rank #3,117

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3117 for Lillia.

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

Lillia ___

  • Lillia Rose
  • Lillia Grace
  • Lillia Mae
  • Lillia Jane
  • Lillia Claire
  • Lillia Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lillia

Violet Ivy Jasper Oliver Aurora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lillia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lillia at #3117 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lillia mean?

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

Are Emma and Lillia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lillia is primarily a girl name.

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