Emma vs Lacey

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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Lacey

Girl #747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the town of Lassy in Normandy"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#747
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lace

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lacey Rank #747

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #747 for Lacey.

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

Lacey ___

  • Lacey Jane
  • Lacey Marie
  • Lacey Ann
  • Lacey Elizabeth
  • Lacey Rose
  • Lacey Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lacey

Stacy Casey Darcy Tracey Holly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lacey more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lacey at #747 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lacey mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lacey means "from the town of Lassy in Normandy" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Emma and Lacey boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lacey is primarily a girl name.

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