April 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

April Rank #502
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #502 for April.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

April ___

  • April Rose
  • April Lynn
  • April Marie
  • April Dawn
  • April Joy
  • April Grace

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 April

June May Jade Brooke Ryan

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is April or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to April at #502 in the United States.

What do April and Emma mean?

April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are April and Emma boy or girl names?

April is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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