Emma vs Mina

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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Mina

Girl #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"will, desire (from Wilhelmina)"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic Persian Indian Japanese Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
493
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mi, Min

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mina Rank #607

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #607 for Mina.

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

Mina ___

  • Mina Rose
  • Mina Jade
  • Mina Elise
  • Mina Suki
  • Mina Grace
  • Mina Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mina

Nora Lena Hana Theo Kenji

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mina at #607 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mina means "will, desire (from Wilhelmina)" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Mina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mina is primarily a girl name.

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