Emma vs Gunner

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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Gunner

Boy #520 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold warrior"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Norwegian Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#520
Total SSA Count
587
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Gun

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gunner Rank #520

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #520 for Gunner.

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

Gunner ___

  • Gunner Lee
  • Gunner James
  • Gunner Wade
  • Gunner Dean
  • Gunner Cole
  • Gunner Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gunner

Hunter Wyatt Maverick Brynn Stella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gunner more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gunner at #520 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gunner mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin).

Are Emma and Gunner boy or girl names?

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

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