Emma vs Malie

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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Malie

Girl #8,605 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jasmine flower"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#8,605
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mali, Mal, Lee

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Malie Rank #8,605

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #8605 for Malie.

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

Malie ___

  • Malie Kai
  • Malie Lani
  • Malie Rose
  • Malie Grace
  • Malie Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Malie

Kailani Leia Nalu Kai Moana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Malie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Malie at #8605 in the United States.

What do Emma and Malie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Malie means "Jasmine flower" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Emma and Malie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Malie is primarily a girl name.

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