Emma vs Jer

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
Jer Rank #27,764

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #27764 for Jer.

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

Jer ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jer

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jer more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jer at #27764 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jer mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Jer boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jer is primarily a girl name.

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