Emma vs Phylecia

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
Phylecia Rank #62,725

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #62725 for Phylecia.

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

Phylecia ___

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 Phylecia

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Phylecia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Phylecia at #62725 in the United States.

What do Emma and Phylecia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Phylecia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Phylecia is primarily a girl name.

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