Emma vs Lewis

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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Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lew, Louie

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lewis Rank #435

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #435 for Lewis.

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

Lewis ___

  • Lewis James
  • Lewis Arthur
  • Lewis Charles
  • Lewis Thomas
  • Lewis Henry
  • Lewis George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lewis

Albert Arthur Harriet Florence Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lewis more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lewis mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Emma and Lewis boy or girl names?

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

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