Emma vs Leven

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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Leven

Boy #5,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm (river or settlement by elm trees)"

Origin: Brittonic/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,885
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lev

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Leven Rank #5,885

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5885 for Leven.

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

Leven ___

  • Leven James
  • Leven Cole
  • Leven Finn
  • Leven Patrick
  • Leven Ross
  • Leven Duncan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Leven

Rowan Callum Isla Skye Glen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Leven more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Leven at #5885 in the United States.

What do Emma and Leven mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Leven means "elm (river or settlement by elm trees)" (Brittonic/Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Leven boy or girl names?

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

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