Emma vs Milissa

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
Milissa Rank #23,251

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #23251 for Milissa.

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

Milissa ___

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 Milissa

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Milissa more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Milissa at #23251 in the United States.

What do Emma and Milissa mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Milissa boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Milissa is primarily a girl name.

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