Cecil 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

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Popularity Comparison

Cecil Rank #1,487
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1487 for Cecil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cecil ___

  • Cecil James
  • Cecil William
  • Cecil Edward
  • Cecil Thomas
  • Cecil Arthur
  • Cecil Henry

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 Cecil

Reginald Clarence Beatrice Millicent Florence

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecil or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cecil at #1487 in the United States.

What do Cecil and Emma mean?

Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cecil and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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