Emma vs Mahala

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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Mahala

Girl #5,223 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman"

Origin: Sioux (Native American)

Cultural Roots

Native American Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,223
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maha, Hala, Mala

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mahala Rank #5,223

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5223 for Mahala.

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

Mahala ___

  • Mahala Rose
  • Mahala Dawn
  • Mahala June
  • Mahala Grace
  • Mahala Faye
  • Mahala Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mahala

Tallulah Sacajawea Winona Rowena Shiloh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mahala more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mahala at #5223 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mahala mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mahala means "woman" (Sioux (Native American) origin).

Are Emma and Mahala boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mahala is primarily a girl name.

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