Emma vs Lev

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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Lev

Boy #1,042 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heart"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Russian Jewish Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,042
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lev Rank #1,042

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1042 for Lev.

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

Lev ___

  • Lev Alexander
  • Lev Joseph
  • Lev Isaac
  • Lev Nathaniel
  • Lev Simon
  • Lev Samuel

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lev

Mira Dasha Sasha Vera Ilya

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lev more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lev at #1042 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lev mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lev means "heart" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Lev boy or girl names?

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

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