Emma vs Jemimah

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Jemimah Rank #4,733

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4733 for Jemimah.

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

Jemimah ___

  • Jemimah Rose
  • Jemimah Grace
  • Jemimah Faith
  • Jemimah Hope
  • Jemimah Clare
  • Jemimah Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jemimah

Keziah Kerenhappuch Naomi Ruth Ezra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jemimah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jemimah at #4733 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jemimah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Jemimah means "dove" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Jemimah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jemimah is primarily a girl name.

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