Emma vs Stella

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

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Stella

Girl #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Star"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian English German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#49
Total SSA Count
4,264
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Stell, Stelle

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Stella Rank #49

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #49 for Stella.

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

Stella ___

  • Stella Rose
  • Stella Grace
  • Stella Mae
  • Stella Jane
  • Stella Luna
  • Stella Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Stella

Luna Nova Aurora Leo Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Stella more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Stella at #49 in the United States.

What do Emma and Stella mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Stella means "Star" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Stella boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Stella is primarily a girl name.

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