Emma vs Patricia

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
Patricia Rank #1,299

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1299 for Patricia.

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

Patricia ___

  • Patricia Ann
  • Patricia Marie
  • Patricia Louise
  • Patricia Jean
  • Patricia Elizabeth
  • Patricia Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Patricia

Barbara Sandra Linda Richard Robert

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Patricia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Patricia at #1299 in the United States.

What do Emma and Patricia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Patricia means "noble, of the patrician class" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Patricia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Patricia is primarily a girl name.

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