Emma vs Macarena

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
Macarena Rank #3,910

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3910 for Macarena.

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

Macarena ___

  • Macarena Lucia
  • Macarena Isabel
  • Macarena Sofia
  • Macarena Elena
  • Macarena Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Macarena

Paloma Consuelo Diego Alejandro Esperanza

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Macarena more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Macarena at #3910 in the United States.

What do Emma and Macarena mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Macarena means "blessed, of Macarius" (Greek via Spanish origin).

Are Emma and Macarena boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Macarena is primarily a girl name.

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