Emma vs Wilhelmina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelmina

Girl #1,801 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"determined protector, will to protect"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,801
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mina, Willa, Billie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Wilhelmina Rank #1,801

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1801 for Wilhelmina.

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

Wilhelmina ___

  • Wilhelmina Rose
  • Wilhelmina Grace
  • Wilhelmina Jane
  • Wilhelmina Elizabeth
  • Wilhelmina Louise
  • Wilhelmina Charlotte

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilhelmina

Maximilian Frederica Eugenia Leopold Augusta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilhelmina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilhelmina at #1801 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilhelmina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wilhelmina means "determined protector, will to protect" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Wilhelmina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Wilhelmina is primarily a girl name.

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