Emma vs Greta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greta

Girl #856 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Germanic, from Greek margarites

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Swedish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#856
Total SSA Count
314
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Grete, Greti

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Greta Rank #856

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #856 for Greta.

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

Greta ___

  • Greta Rose
  • Greta Louise
  • Greta Marie
  • Greta Elizabeth
  • Greta Jane
  • Greta Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Greta

Ingrid Astrid Klaus Henrik Matilda

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Greta more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Greta at #856 in the United States.

What do Emma and Greta mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Greta means "pearl" (Germanic, from Greek margarites origin).

Are Emma and Greta boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Greta is primarily a girl name.

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