Emma vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hous, H

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Houston Rank #704

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #704 for Houston.

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

Houston ___

  • Houston James
  • Houston Lee
  • Houston Ray
  • Houston Wayne
  • Houston Dean
  • Houston Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Houston

Austin Dallas Savannah Georgia Montana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Houston more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Houston at #704 in the United States.

What do Emma and Houston mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Emma and Houston boy or girl names?

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

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