Emma vs Grae

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
Grae Rank #9,695

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #9695 for Grae.

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

Grae ___

  • Grae James
  • Grae Cole
  • Grae River
  • Grae Wolf
  • Grae Stone
  • Grae Forrest

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Grae

Slate Wren Sage Blue Reef

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Grae more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Grae at #9695 in the United States.

What do Emma and Grae mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Grae means "gray color" (English origin).

Are Emma and Grae boy or girl names?

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

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