Annamae vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Annamae

Girl #5,922 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bitter, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,922
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Anna, Annie, Mae

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Annamae Rank #5,922
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5922 for Annamae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Annamae ___

  • Annamae Louise
  • Annamae Grace
  • Annamae Ruth
  • Annamae Jean
  • Annamae Claire
  • Annamae Elizabeth

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 Annamae

Ellie Clara Ruby Henry James

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annamae or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Annamae at #5922 in the United States.

What do Annamae and Emma mean?

Annamae means "bitter, beloved" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Annamae and Emma boy or girl names?

Annamae is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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