Edwin vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Win

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #383 for Edwin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edwin ___

  • Edwin James
  • Edwin Charles
  • Edwin Allen
  • Edwin Albert
  • Edwin Lee
  • Edwin Francis

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 Edwin

Arthur Herbert Dorothy Mabel Florence

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Emma mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Edwin and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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