Emma vs Matisha

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
Matisha Rank #34,791

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #34791 for Matisha.

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

Matisha ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Matisha

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Matisha more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Matisha at #34791 in the United States.

What do Emma and Matisha mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Matisha boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Matisha is primarily a girl name.

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