Elizabeth 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

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Popularity Comparison

Elizabeth Rank #17
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #17 for Elizabeth.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elizabeth ___

  • Elizabeth Anne
  • Elizabeth Rose
  • Elizabeth Grace
  • Elizabeth Jane
  • Elizabeth Claire
  • Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth

William Charlotte Henry Margaret George

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elizabeth or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Elizabeth at #17 in the United States.

What do Elizabeth and Emma mean?

Elizabeth means "consecrated to God" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Elizabeth and Emma boy or girl names?

Elizabeth is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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