Emma vs Maila

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maila

Girl #3,468 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sacred maile vine, fragrant offering"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Finnish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,468
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mai

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maila Rank #3,468

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3468 for Maila.

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

Maila ___

  • Maila Rose
  • Maila Jade
  • Maila Leilani
  • Maila Grace
  • Maila Kai
  • Maila Aria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maila

Leilani Kaia Malia Keoni Koa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maila more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maila at #3468 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maila mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maila means "sacred maile vine, fragrant offering" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Emma and Maila boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maila is primarily a girl name.

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