Addison 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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #68
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #68 for Addison.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addison ___

  • Addison Grace
  • Addison Mae
  • Addison Rose
  • Addison Claire
  • Addison Lee
  • Addison Kate

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 Addison

Peyton Parker Harper Jackson Blake

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Addison at #68 in the United States.

What do Addison and Emma mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Addison and Emma boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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