Emma vs Tilly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tilly

Girl #952 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#952
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Til, Tillie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tilly Rank #952

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #952 for Tilly.

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

Tilly ___

  • Tilly Rose
  • Tilly Mae
  • Tilly Jane
  • Tilly Grace
  • Tilly Anne
  • Tilly Blythe

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tilly

Mabel Elsie Bertie Archie Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tilly more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tilly at #952 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tilly mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tilly means "strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Tilly boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Tilly is primarily a girl name.

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