Emma vs Jericho

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
Jericho Rank #905

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #905 for Jericho.

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

Jericho ___

  • Jericho James
  • Jericho Lee
  • Jericho Thomas
  • Jericho Cole
  • Jericho Ace
  • Jericho Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jericho

Elijah Zion Levi Micah Zara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jericho more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jericho at #905 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jericho mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Jericho boy or girl names?

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

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