Emmett vs Cameron

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emmett Rank #119
Cameron Rank #66

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #119 for Emmett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Cameron more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Cameron mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Emmett and Cameron boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Cameron is primarily a boy name.

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