Emma vs Lori

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lori

Girl #1,525 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel, victory"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,525
Total SSA Count
141
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lori Rank #1,525

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1525 for Lori.

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

Lori ___

  • Lori Ann
  • Lori Lynn
  • Lori Beth
  • Lori Jean
  • Lori Kay
  • Lori Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lori

Karen Donna Linda Steven Gary

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lori more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lori at #1525 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lori mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lori means "laurel, victory" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lori boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lori is primarily a girl name.

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