Brent vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brent

Boy #1,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"high place, hill top"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,658
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bre, Bry, Brie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brent Rank #1,658
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1658 for Brent.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brent ___

  • Brent James
  • Brent Michael
  • Brent Lee
  • Brent Alan
  • Brent Scott
  • Brent Wayne

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 Brent

Brett Todd Chad Heather Tammy

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brent or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Brent at #1658 in the United States.

What do Brent and Emma mean?

Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Brent and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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