Emma vs Gus

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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Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Gus Rank #1,216

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1216 for Gus.

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

Gus ___

  • Gus William
  • Gus Henry
  • Gus Frederick
  • Gus James
  • Gus Elliott
  • Gus Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Gus more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Emma and Gus mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Emma and Gus boy or girl names?

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

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