Emma vs Iker

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

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Iker Rank #385

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #385 for Iker.

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

Iker ___

  • Iker Alejandro
  • Iker Javier
  • Iker Fernando
  • Iker Ignacio
  • Iker Lucas
  • Iker Rafael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Iker

Aitor Unai Amaia Ander Aritz

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Iker more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Iker at #385 in the United States.

What do Emma and Iker mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Iker means "visitation, divine gift" (Basque origin).

Are Emma and Iker boy or girl names?

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

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