Emma vs Loki

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Loki

Boy #1,771 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"trickster, shapeshifter"

Origin: Old Norse mythology

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse mythology Modern pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,771
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Loki Rank #1,771

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1771 for Loki.

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

Loki ___

  • Loki James
  • Loki Stone
  • Loki Fox
  • Loki River
  • Loki Finn
  • Loki Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Loki

Thor Axel Phoenix Raven Ember

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Loki more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Loki at #1771 in the United States.

What do Emma and Loki mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Loki means "trickster, shapeshifter" (Old Norse mythology origin).

Are Emma and Loki boy or girl names?

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

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