Emma vs Paulisha

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
Paulisha Rank #15,935

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #15935 for Paulisha.

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

Paulisha ___

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 Paulisha

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Paulisha more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Paulisha at #15935 in the United States.

What do Emma and Paulisha mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Paulisha boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Paulisha is primarily a girl name.

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