Emma vs Lavern

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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Lavern

Boy #4,147 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alder tree, from the grove"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

French English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,147
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Vern, La

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lavern Rank #4,147

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4147 for Lavern.

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

Lavern ___

  • Lavern James
  • Lavern Eugene
  • Lavern Frederick
  • Lavern Thomas
  • Lavern Raymond
  • Lavern Earl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lavern

Verdell Delroy Shirley Maxine Darlene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lavern more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lavern at #4147 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lavern mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lavern means "alder tree, from the grove" (French/Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lavern boy or girl names?

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

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