Emma vs Jodi

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
Jodi Rank #3,257

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3257 for Jodi.

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

Jodi ___

  • Jodi Ann
  • Jodi Elizabeth
  • Jodi Marie
  • Jodi Lynn
  • Jodi Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Jodi

Brett Stacey Todd Kelly Ryan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Jodi more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Jodi at #3257 in the United States.

What do Emma and Jodi mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Jodi means "praised" (Hebrew (Yehudit) origin).

Are Emma and Jodi boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Jodi is primarily a girl name.

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