Emma vs Retta

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
Retta Rank #39,049

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #39049 for Retta.

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

Retta ___

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 Retta

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Retta more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Retta at #39049 in the United States.

What do Emma and Retta mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Retta boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Retta is primarily a girl name.

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