Emma vs Gavin

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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Gavin

Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#254
Total SSA Count
1,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gav

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gavin Rank #254

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #254 for Gavin.

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

Gavin ___

  • Gavin James
  • Gavin Michael
  • Gavin Thomas
  • Gavin Lee
  • Gavin Scott
  • Gavin Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gavin more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gavin mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Gavin boy or girl names?

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

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