Emma vs Morgana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Morgana

Girl #6,650 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea circle, sea born"

Origin: Old Welsh mor + cant

Cultural Roots

Welsh Celtic British French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,650
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Morg, Mora, Gana

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Morgana Rank #6,650

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6650 for Morgana.

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

Morgana ___

  • Morgana Rose
  • Morgana Celeste
  • Morgana Isolde
  • Morgana Vivienne
  • Morgana Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Morgana

Guinevere Arthur Isolde Tristan Avalon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Morgana more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Morgana at #6650 in the United States.

What do Emma and Morgana mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Morgana means "sea circle, sea born" (Old Welsh mor + cant origin).

Are Emma and Morgana boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Morgana is primarily a girl name.

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