Emma vs Mikasa

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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Mikasa

Girl #9,436 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"three bamboo hats"

Origin: Japanese (三笠)

Cultural Roots

Japanese Anime-influenced International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,436
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mika, Kasa, Miki

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mikasa Rank #9,436

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #9436 for Mikasa.

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

Mikasa ___

  • Mikasa Rei
  • Mikasa Hana
  • Mikasa Sora
  • Mikasa Marie
  • Mikasa Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mikasa

Eren Armin Hana Yuki Sora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mikasa more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mikasa at #9436 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mikasa mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mikasa means "three bamboo hats" (Japanese (三笠) origin).

Are Emma and Mikasa boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mikasa is primarily a girl name.

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