Emma vs Gay

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gay Rank #17,167

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #17167 for Gay.

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

Gay ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gay

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gay more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gay at #17167 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gay mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Gay boy or girl names?

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

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