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Emory vs Turner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Turner

Boy #1,007 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who works a lathe, craftsman"

Origin: Old English/French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,007
Total SSA Count
223
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emory Rank #886
Turner Rank #1,007

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 vs #1007 for Turner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emory or Turner more popular?

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 compared to Turner at #1007 in the United States.

What do Emory and Turner mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Turner means "one who works a lathe, craftsman" (Old English/French origin).

Are Emory and Turner boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Turner is primarily a boy name.

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