Adele 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

Adele Rank #799
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #799 for Adele.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adele ___

  • Adele Rose
  • Adele Grace
  • Adele Marie
  • Adele Louise
  • Adele Claire
  • Adele Jane

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 Adele

Eloise Vivienne Celine Hugo Marcel

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adele or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Adele at #799 in the United States.

What do Adele and Emma mean?

Adele means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Adele and Emma boy or girl names?

Adele is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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