Emma vs Vera

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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Vera

Girl #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"faith"

Origin: Russian/Slavic

Cultural Roots

Russian English Spanish Italian Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,351
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Vera Rank #226

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #226 for Vera.

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

Vera ___

  • Vera Rose
  • Vera Louise
  • Vera Grace
  • Vera Mae
  • Vera Jane
  • Vera Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Vera

Hugo Felix Iris Cora Otto

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Vera more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Vera at #226 in the United States.

What do Emma and Vera mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Vera means "faith" (Russian/Slavic origin).

Are Emma and Vera boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Vera is primarily a girl name.

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