Emma vs Raphael

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
Raphael Rank #421

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #421 for Raphael.

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

Raphael ___

  • Raphael James
  • Raphael Alexander
  • Raphael Louis
  • Raphael Antoine
  • Raphael Emilio
  • Raphael Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Raphael

Gabriel Sebastian Leonardo Beatrice Cecilia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Raphael more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Emma and Raphael mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Raphael boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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