Emma vs Melah

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
Melah Rank #5,927

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5927 for Melah.

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

Melah ___

  • Melah Rose
  • Melah Jane
  • Melah Claire
  • Melah Grace
  • Melah Faye
  • Melah Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Melah

Mila Luna Isla Eli Micah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Melah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Melah at #5927 in the United States.

What do Emma and Melah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Melah means "salt" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Melah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Melah is primarily a girl name.

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