Emma vs Esmee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Esmee

Girl #3,736 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"esteemed, valued"

Origin: Old French from Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Scottish Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,736
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ez, Essie, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Esmee Rank #3,736

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3736 for Esmee.

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

Esmee ___

  • Esmee Rose
  • Esmee Louise
  • Esmee Claire
  • Esmee Wren
  • Esmee Pearl
  • Esmee Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Esmee

Ottoline Cordelia Blythe Caspian Rafferty

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Esmee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Esmee at #3736 in the United States.

What do Emma and Esmee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Esmee means "esteemed, valued" (Old French from Latin origin).

Are Emma and Esmee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Esmee is primarily a girl name.

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