Emma vs Gerd

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gerd Rank #29,623

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #29623 for Gerd.

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

Gerd ___

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 Gerd

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gerd more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gerd at #29623 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gerd mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Gerd boy or girl names?

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

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