Emma vs Jo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jo

Girl #4,308 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God will add, God will increase"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,308
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Jo Rank #4,308

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4308 for Jo.

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

Jo ___

  • Jo Ellen
  • Jo Marie
  • Jo Ann
  • Jo Louise
  • Jo Elise
  • Jo Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jo

Meg Beth Amy Scout Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jo more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jo at #4308 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jo mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Jo means "God will add, God will increase" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Jo boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jo is primarily a girl name.

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