Emma vs Lillyana

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lillyana Rank #2,870

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2870 for Lillyana.

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

Lillyana ___

  • Lillyana Rose
  • Lillyana Grace
  • Lillyana Mae
  • Lillyana Jane
  • Lillyana Kate
  • Lillyana Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lillyana

Arabella Evangeline Sebastian Theodore Vivienne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lillyana more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lillyana at #2870 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lillyana mean?

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

Are Emma and Lillyana boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lillyana is primarily a girl name.

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