Cedric 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

Cedric Rank #945
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #945 for Cedric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cedric ___

  • Cedric James
  • Cedric Arthur
  • Cedric William
  • Cedric Thomas
  • Cedric George
  • Cedric Oliver

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 Cedric

Edmund Roland Rosalind Bertram Clara

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Emma mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cedric and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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