Charlotte 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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4 for Charlotte.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

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 Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Charlotte at #4 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Emma mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Charlotte and Emma boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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