Clinton vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clinton

Boy #1,935 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hilltop estate"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,935
Total SSA Count
81
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clint, Clintie

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Clinton Rank #1,935
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1935 for Clinton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clinton ___

  • Clinton James
  • Clinton Lee
  • Clinton Edward
  • Clinton Paul
  • Clinton Ray
  • Clinton Scott

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 Clinton

Preston Lyndon Grant Barbara Nancy

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Clinton at #1935 in the United States.

What do Clinton and Emma mean?

Clinton means "hilltop estate" (Old English origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Clinton and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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