Emma vs Thara

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
Thara Rank #5,059

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5059 for Thara.

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

Thara ___

  • Thara Devi
  • Thara Priya
  • Thara Laxmi
  • Thara Maya
  • Thara Ananya
  • Thara Parvati

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Thara

Ananya Priya Kavya Arjun Dhruv

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Thara more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Thara at #5059 in the United States.

What do Emma and Thara mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Thara means "star" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Emma and Thara boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Thara is primarily a girl name.

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