Emma vs Maeva

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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Maeva

Girl #1,315 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"welcome, greetings"

Origin: Tahitian/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

French Polynesian Tahitian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,315
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae, Eva, Evie

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maeva Rank #1,315

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1315 for Maeva.

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

Maeva ___

  • Maeva Rose
  • Maeva Claire
  • Maeva Louise
  • Maeva Grace
  • Maeva Elise
  • Maeva Isabelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maeva

Maia Lena Océane Théo Lucie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maeva more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maeva at #1315 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maeva mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maeva means "welcome, greetings" (Tahitian/Polynesian origin).

Are Emma and Maeva boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maeva is primarily a girl name.

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