Abbott vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Abbott Rank #3,766
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3766 for Abbott.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abbott ___

  • Abbott James
  • Abbott William
  • Abbott Henry
  • Abbott Thomas
  • Abbott Charles
  • Abbott Edward

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Abbott

Fletcher Hollis Wren Piper Mercer

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abbott or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Abbott at #3766 in the United States.

What do Abbott and Emma mean?

Abbott means "father, head of monastery" (Aramaic via Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Abbott and Emma boy or girl names?

Abbott is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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