Emma vs Masa

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
Masa Rank #2,974

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2974 for Masa.

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

Masa ___

  • Masa Yuki
  • Masa Hana
  • Masa Rose
  • Masa Grace
  • Masa Ai
  • Masa Luna

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Masa

Haru Kana Ren Yuki Sora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Masa more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Masa at #2974 in the United States.

What do Emma and Masa mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Masa means "justice, correctness" (Japanese origin).

Are Emma and Masa boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Masa is primarily a girl name.

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