Ember vs Gemma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ember

Girl #137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ember, smoldering remnant"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#137
Total SSA Count
2,172
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

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Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ember Rank #137
Gemma Rank #203

Ember is more popular, ranked #137 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ember ___

  • Ember Rose
  • Ember Jade
  • Ember Skye
  • Ember Wren
  • Ember Faye
  • Ember Dawn

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ember

Ash Blaze Storm Hazel Willow

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ember or Gemma more popular?

Ember is more popular, ranked #137 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Ember and Gemma mean?

Ember means "ember, smoldering remnant" (Old Norse origin). Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin).

Are Ember and Gemma boy or girl names?

Ember is primarily a girl name. Gemma is primarily a girl name.

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