Emma vs Willamina

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
Willamina Rank #3,886

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3886 for Willamina.

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

Willamina ___

  • Willamina Rose
  • Willamina Grace
  • Willamina Jane
  • Willamina Mae
  • Willamina Eleanor
  • Willamina Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Willamina

Eugenia Cordelia Barnaby Rupert Ottoline

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Willamina more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Willamina at #3886 in the United States.

What do Emma and Willamina mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Willamina means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Emma and Willamina boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Willamina is primarily a girl name.

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