Emma vs Shera

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
Shera Rank #28,498

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #28498 for Shera.

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

Shera ___

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 Shera

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Shera more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Shera at #28498 in the United States.

What do Emma and Shera mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Shera boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Shera is primarily a girl name.

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