Emma vs July

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

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July

Boy #6,248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Julius, born in July"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American Latin American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,248
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jules

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
July Rank #6,248

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6248 for July.

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

July ___

  • July James
  • July River
  • July Lee
  • July August
  • July Forrest
  • July David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose July

June August April Autumn River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or July more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to July at #6248 in the United States.

What do Emma and July mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). July means "of Julius, born in July" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and July boy or girl names?

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

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