Emma vs Jessi

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Jessi Rank #3,275

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3275 for Jessi.

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

Jessi ___

  • Jessi Mae
  • Jessi Lynn
  • Jessi Rose
  • Jessi Ann
  • Jessi Claire
  • Jessi Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jessi

Katie Lyla Benny Theo Sadie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jessi more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jessi at #3275 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jessi mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Jessi means "she who looks out" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Jessi boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jessi is primarily a girl name.

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