Denis vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denis

Boy #1,643 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus, god of wine"

Origin: Greek Dionysios

Cultural Roots

French Russian Eastern European Spanish-speaking Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,643
Total SSA Count
103
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Den, Deni, Denny

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Denis Rank #1,643
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1643 for Denis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Denis ___

  • Denis Philippe
  • Denis Marc
  • Denis Patrick
  • Denis Pierre
  • Denis Antoine
  • Denis Julien

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 Denis

Nicolas Laurent Sophie Chloe Fabien

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denis or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Denis at #1643 in the United States.

What do Denis and Emma mean?

Denis means "follower of Dionysus, god of wine" (Greek Dionysios origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Denis and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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