Emma vs Mera

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

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Mera

Girl #4,602 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea, ocean"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,602
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mer

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mera Rank #4,602

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4602 for Mera.

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

Mera ___

  • Mera Rose
  • Mera Jane
  • Mera Elizabeth
  • Mera Lee
  • Mera Grace
  • Mera Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mera

Nora Lyra Vera Cora Arthur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mera more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mera at #4602 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mera mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mera means "sea, ocean" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Mera boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mera is primarily a girl name.

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