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Cort vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cort

Boy #5,772 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short; courtly"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,772
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cort Rank #5,772
Emma Rank #5,826

Cort is more popular, ranked #5772 vs #5826 for Emma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cort or Emma more popular?

Cort is more popular, ranked #5772 compared to Emma at #5826 in the United States.

What do Cort and Emma mean?

Cort means "short; courtly" (Old Norse origin). Emma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin).

Are Cort and Emma boy or girl names?

Cort is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a boy name.

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