Ellerie vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellerie

Girl #2,355 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"alder tree settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,355
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Elle

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ellerie Rank #2,355
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2355 for Ellerie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellerie ___

  • Ellerie Rose
  • Ellerie Jane
  • Ellerie Mae
  • Ellerie Claire
  • Ellerie Wren
  • Ellerie June

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 Ellerie

Hadley Emery Sutton Beckett Finley

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellerie or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ellerie at #2355 in the United States.

What do Ellerie and Emma mean?

Ellerie means "alder tree settlement" (Old English origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Ellerie and Emma boy or girl names?

Ellerie is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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