Emma vs Marietta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marietta

Girl #4,585 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"wished-for child, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian French English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,585
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mari, Etta, Ettie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Marietta Rank #4,585

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4585 for Marietta.

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

Marietta ___

  • Marietta Rose
  • Marietta Grace
  • Marietta Claire
  • Marietta Belle
  • Marietta Jane
  • Marietta Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Marietta

Rosalind Henrietta Josephine Isadora Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Marietta more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Marietta at #4585 in the United States.

What do Emma and Marietta mean?

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

Are Emma and Marietta boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Marietta is primarily a girl name.

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