Constance vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Constance

Girl #1,646 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"steadfast, constant, unwavering"

Origin: Latin constantia

Cultural Roots

French English European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,646
Total SSA Count
125
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Connie, Conny, Stancie

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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

Constance Rank #1,646
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1646 for Constance.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Constance ___

  • Constance Marie
  • Constance Elizabeth
  • Constance Anne
  • Constance Rose
  • Constance Louise
  • Constance Elaine

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 Constance

Beatrice Florence Edmund Clarence Adelaide

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Constance or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Constance at #1646 in the United States.

What do Constance and Emma mean?

Constance means "steadfast, constant, unwavering" (Latin constantia origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Constance and Emma boy or girl names?

Constance is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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