Emma vs Imogen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imogen

Girl #1,127 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden, girl"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

British English Welsh Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,127
Total SSA Count
214
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Immy, Genie, Immo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Imogen Rank #1,127

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1127 for Imogen.

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

Imogen ___

  • Imogen Rose
  • Imogen Grace
  • Imogen Jane
  • Imogen Claire
  • Imogen Louise
  • Imogen Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Imogen

Cordelia Rosalind Beatrice Felix Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Imogen more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Imogen at #1127 in the United States.

What do Emma and Imogen mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Imogen means "maiden, girl" (Celtic origin).

Are Emma and Imogen boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Imogen is primarily a girl name.

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