Emma vs Madalyn

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

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Madalyn

Girl #932 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman from Magdala, high tower"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#932
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddy, Mads

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Madalyn Rank #932

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #932 for Madalyn.

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

Madalyn ___

  • Madalyn Rose
  • Madalyn Grace
  • Madalyn Anne
  • Madalyn Claire
  • Madalyn Joy
  • Madalyn Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Madalyn

Eleanor Charlotte Oliver Henry Elise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Madalyn more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Madalyn at #932 in the United States.

What do Emma and Madalyn mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Madalyn means "woman from Magdala, high tower" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Madalyn boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Madalyn is primarily a girl name.

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