Emma vs Lilliana

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lilliana Rank #411

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #411 for Lilliana.

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

Lilliana ___

  • Lilliana Rose
  • Lilliana Grace
  • Lilliana Mae
  • Lilliana Jane
  • Lilliana Claire
  • Lilliana Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lilliana

Sophia Isabella Violet Sebastian Julian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lilliana more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lilliana at #411 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lilliana mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lilliana means "lily flower, pure" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lilliana boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lilliana is primarily a girl name.

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