Emma vs Wilma

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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Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Billie, Will, Wil

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Wilma Rank #4,034

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4034 for Wilma.

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

Wilma ___

  • Wilma Jean
  • Wilma Mae
  • Wilma Ruth
  • Wilma Louise
  • Wilma Grace
  • Wilma Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilma

Gertrude Hazel Mildred Arlene Ethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilma mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Wilma boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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