Emma vs Mathilda

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
Mathilda Rank #4,583

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4583 for Mathilda.

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

Mathilda ___

  • Mathilda Rose
  • Mathilda Jane
  • Mathilda Grace
  • Mathilda Claire
  • Mathilda Blythe
  • Mathilda Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mathilda

Beatrice Adelaide Wilhelmina Edmund Leopold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mathilda more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mathilda at #4583 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mathilda mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mathilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Mathilda boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mathilda is primarily a girl name.

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