Emma vs Maia

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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Maia

Girl #459 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mother, great one"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman English Hawaiian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#459
Total SSA Count
681
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maia Rank #459

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #459 for Maia.

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

Maia ___

  • Maia Rose
  • Maia Grace
  • Maia Elise
  • Maia Claire
  • Maia Renee
  • Maia Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maia

Luna Aurora Cleo Orion Atlas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maia at #459 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maia means "mother, great one" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Maia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maia is primarily a girl name.

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