Emma vs Marz

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

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Marz Rank #3,944

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3944 for Marz.

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

Marz ___

  • Marz James
  • Marz Cole
  • Marz Xavier
  • Marz Orion
  • Marz Knight

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Marz

Nova Zara Orion Atlas Luna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Marz more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Marz at #3944 in the United States.

What do Emma and Marz mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Marz means "of Mars, god of war" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Marz boy or girl names?

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

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