Conner vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conner

Boy #785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"chief desire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#785
Total SSA Count
320
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Con

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Conner Rank #785
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #785 for Conner.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Conner ___

  • Conner James
  • Conner Patrick
  • Conner Michael
  • Conner Ryan
  • Conner Sean
  • Conner Brendan

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 Conner

Aidan Declan Brigid Siobhan Keegan

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conner or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Conner at #785 in the United States.

What do Conner and Emma mean?

Conner means "chief desire" (Old Irish origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Conner and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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