Emma vs Maaike

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
Maaike Rank #59,473

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #59473 for Maaike.

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

Maaike ___

  • Maaike Lies
  • Maaike Anne
  • Maaike Sophie
  • Maaike Elise
  • Maaike Johanna

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maaike

Sanne Lotte Jasper Koen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maaike more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maaike at #59473 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maaike mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maaike means "beloved, pearl of the sea" (Dutch origin).

Are Emma and Maaike boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maaike is primarily a girl name.

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