Emma vs Persephone

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
Persephone Rank #737

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #737 for Persephone.

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

Persephone ___

  • Persephone Rose
  • Persephone Luna
  • Persephone Jade
  • Persephone Wren
  • Persephone Mae
  • Persephone Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Persephone

Athena Calliope Orion Daphne Phoebe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Persephone more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Persephone at #737 in the United States.

What do Emma and Persephone mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Persephone means "bringer of destruction" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Emma and Persephone boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Persephone is primarily a girl name.

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