Emma vs Padma

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Padma Rank #62,801

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #62801 for Padma.

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

Padma ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Padma

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Padma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Padma at #62801 in the United States.

What do Emma and Padma mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Padma boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Padma is primarily a girl name.

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