Emma vs Hailee

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Hailee Rank #1,289

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1289 for Hailee.

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

Hailee ___

  • Hailee Grace
  • Hailee Marie
  • Hailee Ann
  • Hailee Jo
  • Hailee Rose
  • Hailee Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hailee

Kaylee Bailey Paisley Mason Tyler

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hailee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hailee at #1289 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hailee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hailee means "hay meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Hailee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hailee is primarily a girl name.

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