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Gemma vs Ella

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ella

Girl #30 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"all, completely"

Origin: Germanic Alia

Cultural Roots

English German Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30
Total SSA Count
5,685
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Ella Rank #30

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 vs #203 for Gemma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Ella more popular?

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Ella mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Ella means "all, completely" (Germanic Alia origin).

Are Gemma and Ella boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Ella is primarily a girl name.

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