Emma vs Semya

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
Semya Rank #51,914

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #51914 for Semya.

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

Semya ___

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 Semya

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Semya more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Semya at #51914 in the United States.

What do Emma and Semya mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Semya boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Semya is primarily a girl name.

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