Emma vs Myra

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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Myra

Girl #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant resin"

Origin: Greek/Latin (myrrha)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
453
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
My

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Myra Rank #645

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #645 for Myra.

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

Myra ___

  • Myra Jane
  • Myra Rose
  • Myra Claire
  • Myra Kate
  • Myra Louise
  • Myra Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Myra

Iris Walter June Felix Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Myra more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Myra at #645 in the United States.

What do Emma and Myra mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Myra means "myrrh, fragrant resin" (Greek/Latin (myrrha) origin).

Are Emma and Myra boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Myra is primarily a girl name.

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