Emma vs Perna

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
Perna Rank #38,551

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #38551 for Perna.

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

Perna ___

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 Perna

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Perna more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Perna at #38551 in the United States.

What do Emma and Perna mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Perna boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Perna is primarily a girl name.

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