Emma vs Mahina

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mahina Rank #3,679

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3679 for Mahina.

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

Mahina ___

  • Mahina Leilani
  • Mahina Kai
  • Mahina Rose
  • Mahina Pearl
  • Mahina Jade
  • Mahina Nani

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mahina

Kai Leilani Koa Mele Hoku

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mahina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mahina at #3679 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mahina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mahina means "moon, moonlight" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Emma and Mahina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mahina is primarily a girl name.

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