Emma vs Melise

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
Melise Rank #35,992

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #35992 for Melise.

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

Melise ___

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 Melise

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Melise more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Melise at #35992 in the United States.

What do Emma and Melise mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Melise boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Melise is primarily a girl name.

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