Emma vs Lillie

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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Lillie

Girl #683 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#683
Total SSA Count
416
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil, Lills

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lillie Rank #683

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #683 for Lillie.

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

Lillie ___

  • Lillie Mae
  • Lillie Rose
  • Lillie Grace
  • Lillie Ann
  • Lillie Jane
  • Lillie Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lillie

Violet Daisy Iris Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lillie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lillie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lillie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lillie is primarily a girl name.

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