Bethany vs Jemma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jemma

Girl #758 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, jewel"

Origin: Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
371
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jem, Jemmy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bethany Rank #728
Jemma Rank #758

Bethany is more popular, ranked #728 vs #758 for Jemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bethany ___

  • Bethany Grace
  • Bethany Anne
  • Bethany Joy
  • Bethany Hope
  • Bethany Elise
  • Bethany Renée

Jemma ___

  • Jemma Rose
  • Jemma Grace
  • Jemma Louise
  • Jemma Kate
  • Jemma Pearl
  • Jemma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bethany

Hannah Rachel Miriam Matthew Caleb

If you choose Jemma

Elsie Harriet Archie Bertie Flora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bethany or Jemma more popular?

Bethany is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Jemma at #758 in the United States.

What do Bethany and Jemma mean?

Bethany means "house of dates (fruit)" (Aramaic origin). Jemma means "gem, jewel" (Italian origin).

Are Bethany and Jemma boy or girl names?

Bethany is primarily a girl name. Jemma is primarily a girl name.

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