Emma vs Hope

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hope

Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Wish fulfilled"

Cultural Roots

English American Christian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#317
Total SSA Count
964
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hopie, Hope

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Hope Rank #317

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #317 for Hope.

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

Hope ___

  • Hope Elizabeth
  • Hope Marie
  • Hope Grace
  • Hope Elise
  • Hope Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hope

Faith Joy Grace Charity Caleb

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hope more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hope at #317 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hope mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hope means "Wish fulfilled".

Are Emma and Hope boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hope is primarily a girl name.

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