Devin 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

Devin Rank #516
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #516 for Devin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devin ___

  • Devin James
  • Devin Michael
  • Devin Patrick
  • Devin Sean
  • Devin Ryan
  • Devin Owen

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 Devin

Connor Aiden Brynn Maeve Finn

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devin or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Devin at #516 in the United States.

What do Devin and Emma mean?

Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Devin and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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