Emma vs Mabel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mabel

Girl #222 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lovable, dear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#222
Total SSA Count
1,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae, Mabs

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mabel Rank #222

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #222 for Mabel.

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

Mabel ___

  • Mabel Rose
  • Mabel Jane
  • Mabel Grace
  • Mabel June
  • Mabel Pearl
  • Mabel Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mabel

Hazel Florence Walter Ernest Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mabel more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mabel at #222 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mabel mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mabel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Mabel boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mabel is primarily a girl name.

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