Emma vs Masai

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
Masai Rank #1,829

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1829 for Masai.

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

Masai ___

  • Masai James
  • Masai Lee
  • Masai Owen
  • Masai Cole
  • Masai Reign
  • Masai Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Masai

Zara Kwame Amara Kofi Imani

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Masai more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Masai at #1829 in the United States.

What do Emma and Masai mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Masai means "people of the grass" (East African (Maa) origin).

Are Emma and Masai boy or girl names?

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

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