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Irma vs Emily

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
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

Irma Rank #2,608
Emily Rank #25

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #2608 for Irma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Emily more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Irma and Emily mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin).

Are Irma and Emily boy or girl names?

Irma is primarily a girl name. Emily is primarily a girl name.

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