Emma vs Gene

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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Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gene Rank #1,910

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1910 for Gene.

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

Gene ___

  • Gene Paul
  • Gene Thomas
  • Gene Michael
  • Gene Anthony
  • Gene Robert
  • Gene Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gene

Frank Shirley Rita Roy Joan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gene more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gene at #1910 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gene mean?

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

Are Emma and Gene boy or girl names?

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

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