Emma vs Irvin

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

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Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Irv, Erv

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Irvin Rank #2,081

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2081 for Irvin.

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

Irvin ___

  • Irvin James
  • Irvin Lee
  • Irvin Dale
  • Irvin Wayne
  • Irvin Ray
  • Irvin Dean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Irvin

Eugene Harold Gloria Mildred Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Irvin more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Emma and Irvin mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Emma and Irvin boy or girl names?

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

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