Emma vs Tishia

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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Tishia

Girl #39,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Latin (from laetitia)

Cultural Roots

English African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#39,031
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Tish, Tishi

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tishia Rank #39,031

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #39031 for Tishia.

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

Tishia ___

  • Tishia Marie
  • Tishia Renee
  • Tishia Nicole
  • Tishia Dawn
  • Tishia Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tishia

Latisha Tamika Keisha Darius Monique

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tishia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tishia at #39031 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tishia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tishia means "joy, happiness" (Latin (from laetitia) origin).

Are Emma and Tishia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Tishia is primarily a girl name.

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