Brooke vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brooke

Girl #308 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"One who lives near a brook"

Cultural Roots

American English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#308
Total SSA Count
999
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Brookie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Brooke Rank #308
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #308 for Brooke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brooke ___

  • Brooke Lynn
  • Brooke Elizabeth
  • Brooke Anne
  • Brooke Nicole
  • Brooke Marie

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 Brooke

Blake Chase Riley Taylor Morgan

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brooke or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Brooke at #308 in the United States.

What do Brooke and Emma mean?

Brooke means "One who lives near a brook". Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Brooke and Emma boy or girl names?

Brooke is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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