Emma vs Mars

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mars Rank #1,455

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1455 for Mars.

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

Mars ___

  • Mars James
  • Mars Alexander
  • Mars Orion
  • Mars Leo
  • Mars River
  • Mars Thatcher

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mars

Luna Orion Aurora Juno Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mars more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mars mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Emma and Mars boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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