Cass vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cass

Boy #5,414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,414
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cass Rank #5,414
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5414 for Cass.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cass ___

  • Cass River
  • Cass James
  • Cass Elliott
  • Cass Monroe
  • Cass Theodore
  • Cass August

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 Cass

Juno Wren Beau Quinn Milo

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cass or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cass at #5414 in the United States.

What do Cass and Emma mean?

Cass means "hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cass and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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