Emma vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laurence

Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Irish American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,194
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Larry, Laurie, Lance

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Laurence Rank #2,194

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2194 for Laurence.

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

Laurence ___

  • Laurence James
  • Laurence Michael
  • Laurence Thomas
  • Laurence Edward
  • Laurence Henry
  • Laurence Francis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Laurence

Margaret Catherine Eleanor Edmund Philip

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Laurence more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Laurence at #2194 in the United States.

What do Emma and Laurence mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Laurence boy or girl names?

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

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