Emma vs Lily

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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Lily

Girl #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
6,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lily Rank #24

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #24 for Lily.

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

Lily ___

  • Lily Grace
  • Lily Anne
  • Lily Rose
  • Lily Jane
  • Lily Mae
  • Lily Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lily more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lily at #24 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lily mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Lily boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lily is primarily a girl name.

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