Emma vs Lori

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

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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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