Cohen 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

Popularity Comparison

Cohen Rank #239
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #239 for Cohen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cohen ___

  • Cohen James
  • Cohen Elliott
  • Cohen Asher
  • Cohen Grey
  • Cohen Reed
  • Cohen Miles

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 Cohen

Levi Asher Greyson Elliott Stella

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cohen at #239 in the United States.

What do Cohen and Emma mean?

Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cohen and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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