Emma vs Eugene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gene

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Eugene Rank #871

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #871 for Eugene.

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

Eugene ___

  • Eugene Arthur
  • Eugene Clifford
  • Eugene Walter
  • Eugene Raymond
  • Eugene Herbert
  • Eugene Chester

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Eugene

Walter Raymond Beatrice Dorothy Mildred

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Eugene more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Emma and Eugene mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Eugene boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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