Darby vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darby

Girl #3,183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer park, settlement of deer"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,183
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar

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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

Darby Rank #3,183
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3183 for Darby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darby ___

  • Darby Rose
  • Darby June
  • Darby Faith
  • Darby Claire
  • Darby Elise
  • Darby Grace

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 Darby

Finley Rory Sloane Beckett Briar

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darby or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Darby at #3183 in the United States.

What do Darby and Emma mean?

Darby means "deer park, settlement of deer" (Old Norse origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Darby and Emma boy or girl names?

Darby is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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