Emma vs Millicent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Millicent

Girl #1,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strong in work, industrious strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,634
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Millie, Milly, Milli

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Millicent Rank #1,634

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1634 for Millicent.

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

Millicent ___

  • Millicent Rose
  • Millicent Jane
  • Millicent Grace
  • Millicent Eleanor
  • Millicent Claire
  • Millicent Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Millicent

Arabella Cordelia Eugenia Reginald Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Millicent more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Millicent at #1634 in the United States.

What do Emma and Millicent mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Millicent means "strong in work, industrious strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Millicent boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Millicent is primarily a girl name.

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