Emma vs Moira

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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Moira

Girl #1,902 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fate, destiny"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Greek English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,902
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Moi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Moira Rank #1,902

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1902 for Moira.

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

Moira ___

  • Moira Rose
  • Moira Grace
  • Moira Anne
  • Moira Claire
  • Moira Jean
  • Moira Kathleen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Moira

Fiona Brigid Siobhan Conor Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Moira more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Moira at #1902 in the United States.

What do Emma and Moira mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Moira means "fate, destiny" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Moira boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Moira is primarily a girl name.

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