Doris vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

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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

Doris Rank #2,193
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2193 for Doris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

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 Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Emma mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Doris and Emma boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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