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Gemma vs Emily

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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Emily

Girl #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Aemilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
5,955
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Emily Rank #25

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #203 for Gemma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Emily more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Emily mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin).

Are Gemma and Emily boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Emily is primarily a girl name.

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