Emma vs Paz

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Paz Rank #6,147

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6147 for Paz.

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

Paz ___

  • Paz Elena
  • Paz Maria
  • Paz Sofia
  • Paz Luz
  • Paz Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Paz

Luna Sol Alma Mateo Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Paz more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Paz at #6147 in the United States.

What do Emma and Paz mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Paz means "peace" (Latin via Spanish origin).

Are Emma and Paz boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Paz is primarily a girl name.

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