Emma vs Martina

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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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Martina Rank #1,162

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1162 for Martina.

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

Martina ___

  • Martina Rose
  • Martina Grace
  • Martina Elena
  • Martina Luz
  • Martina Isabel
  • Martina Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Martina

Sofia Lucia Marco Sebastian Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Martina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Martina at #1162 in the United States.

What do Emma and Martina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Martina means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Martina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Martina is primarily a girl name.

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