Emma vs Passion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Passion

Girl #4,555 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"intense emotion, strong desire"

Origin: Latin passio

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,555
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Passi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Passion Rank #4,555

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4555 for Passion.

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

Passion ___

  • Passion Rose
  • Passion Grace
  • Passion Hope
  • Passion Faith
  • Passion Joy
  • Passion Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Passion

Journey Destiny Serenity Legacy Story

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Passion more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Passion at #4555 in the United States.

What do Emma and Passion mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Passion means "intense emotion, strong desire" (Latin passio origin).

Are Emma and Passion boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Passion is primarily a girl name.

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