Emma vs Harper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #12 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"harp player"

Origin: English

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Emma Rank #2

Harper Rank #12

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #12 for Harper.

Is Emma or Harper more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Harper at #12 in the United States.

What do Emma and Harper mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Harper means "harp player" (English origin).

Are Emma and Harper boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Harper is primarily a girl name.