Emma vs Odessa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Odessa

Girl #1,586 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"city of Odysseus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,586
Total SSA Count
133
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dessie, Desi, Odie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Odessa Rank #1,586

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1586 for Odessa.

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

Odessa ___

  • Odessa Rose
  • Odessa Grace
  • Odessa Mae
  • Odessa Claire
  • Odessa June
  • Odessa Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Odessa more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Odessa at #1586 in the United States.

What do Emma and Odessa mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Odessa boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Odessa is primarily a girl name.

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