Emma vs Legend

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
Legend Rank #157

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #157 for Legend.

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

Legend ___

  • Legend James
  • Legend Alexander
  • Legend Cole
  • Legend Crew
  • Legend Gray
  • Legend John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Legend

Reign Phoenix Atlas Titan Lyric

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Legend more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Legend at #157 in the United States.

What do Emma and Legend mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Legend means "story to be read, remarkable person" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Legend boy or girl names?

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

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