Emma vs Melina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melina

Girl #633 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"honey, sweet"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Italian Spanish German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#633
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel, Melly, Lina

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Melina Rank #633

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #633 for Melina.

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

Melina ___

  • Melina Grace
  • Melina Rose
  • Melina Anne
  • Melina Sofia
  • Melina Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Melina

Stella Marco Sophia Alexander Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Melina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Melina at #633 in the United States.

What do Emma and Melina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Melina means "honey, sweet" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Melina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Melina is primarily a girl name.

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