Emma vs Verena

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
Verena Rank #4,114

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4114 for Verena.

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

Verena ___

  • Verena Rose
  • Verena Marie
  • Verena Claire
  • Verena Louise
  • Verena Grace
  • Verena Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Verena

Casimir Beatrix Leopold Hildegard Anselm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Verena more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Verena at #4114 in the United States.

What do Emma and Verena mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Verena means "true, genuine" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Verena boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Verena is primarily a girl name.

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