Bray 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

Bray Rank #2,828
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2828 for Bray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bray ___

  • Bray James
  • Bray Thomas
  • Bray Lee
  • Bray Alexander
  • Bray Elliott
  • Bray Owen

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 Bray

Grey Finn Quinn Blake Sloane

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Bray at #2828 in the United States.

What do Bray and Emma mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Bray and Emma boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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