Emma vs Jessell

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
Jessell Rank #10,895

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #10895 for Jessell.

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

Jessell ___

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 Jessell

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jessell more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jessell at #10895 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jessell mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Jessell boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jessell is primarily a girl name.

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