Avigayil 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

Popularity Comparison

Avigayil Rank #5,409
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5409 for Avigayil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avigayil ___

  • Avigayil Leah
  • Avigayil Sarah
  • Avigayil Rachel
  • Avigayil Miriam
  • Avigayil Tova
  • Avigayil Noa

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 Avigayil

Devorah Shira Yael Rivka Moshe

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avigayil or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Avigayil at #5409 in the United States.

What do Avigayil and Emma mean?

Avigayil means "source of joy" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Avigayil and Emma boy or girl names?

Avigayil is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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