Emma vs Maira

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

✓ All Clear
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Maira

Girl #2,752 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Irish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,752
Total SSA Count
62
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maira Rank #2,752

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2752 for Maira.

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

Maira ___

  • Maira Sofia
  • Maira Elena
  • Maira Isabel
  • Maira Grace
  • Maira Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maira

Lucia Camila Valentina Diego Mateo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maira more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maira at #2752 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maira mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maira means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Maira boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maira is primarily a girl name.

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