Emma vs Lorene

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Lorene

Girl #5,549 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurel, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,549
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lori, Lo, Renie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lorene Rank #5,549

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5549 for Lorene.

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

Lorene ___

  • Lorene Jean
  • Lorene Marie
  • Lorene Anne
  • Lorene Kay
  • Lorene Ruth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lorene

Darlene Marlene Arlene Eugene Donald

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lorene more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lorene at #5549 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lorene mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lorene means "crowned with laurel, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lorene boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lorene is primarily a girl name.

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