Emma vs Priscilla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Priscilla

Girl #615 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of ancient lineage (from Prisca)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish Portuguese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#615
Total SSA Count
484
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Cilla, Pris, Prissy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Priscilla Rank #615

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #615 for Priscilla.

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

Priscilla ___

  • Priscilla Anne
  • Priscilla Rose
  • Priscilla Jane
  • Priscilla Kate
  • Priscilla Lynn
  • Priscilla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Priscilla

Cornelius Cecelia Augustus Cordelia Marcus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Priscilla more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Priscilla at #615 in the United States.

What do Emma and Priscilla mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Priscilla means "of ancient lineage (from Prisca)" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Priscilla boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Priscilla is primarily a girl name.

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