Emma vs Lettie

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
Lettie Rank #935

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #935 for Lettie.

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

Lettie ___

  • Lettie Mae
  • Lettie Rose
  • Lettie Pearl
  • Lettie June
  • Lettie Belle
  • Lettie Clare

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lettie

Archie Bertie Nellie Mabel Clementine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lettie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lettie at #935 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lettie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lettie means "joy, happiness, gladness" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lettie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lettie is primarily a girl name.

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