Emma vs Livia

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
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Livia Rank #838

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #838 for Livia.

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

Livia ___

  • Livia Rose
  • Livia Grace
  • Livia Claire
  • Livia Catherine
  • Livia Jane
  • Livia Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Livia

Cecilia Elara Julian Marcus Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Livia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Livia at #838 in the United States.

What do Emma and Livia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Livia means "olive" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Livia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Livia is primarily a girl name.

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