Emma vs Lois

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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Lois

Girl #1,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"superior, more desirable"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,692
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lois Rank #1,692

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1692 for Lois.

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

Lois ___

  • Lois Marie
  • Lois Anne
  • Lois Jean
  • Lois Ellen
  • Lois Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lois

Clark Nora Helen Dorothy Rex

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lois more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lois at #1692 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lois mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lois means "superior, more desirable" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Lois boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lois is primarily a girl name.

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