Emma vs Gema

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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Gema

Girl #1,730 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious jewel"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,730
Total SSA Count
117
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gema Rank #1,730

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1730 for Gema.

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

Gema ___

  • Gema Isabel
  • Gema Sofia
  • Gema Elena
  • Gema Lucia
  • Gema Rosa
  • Gema Carmen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gema

Pablo Lucia Rafael Elena Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gema more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gema at #1730 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gema mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Gema means "gem, precious jewel" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Gema boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Gema is primarily a girl name.

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