Emma vs Emmie

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Emmie Rank #735

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #735 for Emmie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Emmie ___

  • Emmie Rose
  • Emmie Jane
  • Emmie Grace
  • Emmie Mae
  • Emmie Kate
  • Emmie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Emmie

Archie Teddy Millie Freddie Bertie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Emmie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Emmie at #735 in the United States.

What do Emma and Emmie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Emmie means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Emmie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Emmie is primarily a girl name.

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