Emma vs Madden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Madden

Boy #690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Madan (little dog)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#690
Total SSA Count
392
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mad, Maddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Madden Rank #690

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #690 for Madden.

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

Madden ___

  • Madden James
  • Madden Lee
  • Madden Scott
  • Madden Cole
  • Madden Blake
  • Madden Quinn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Madden

Brayden Caden Paige Riley Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Madden more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Madden at #690 in the United States.

What do Emma and Madden mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Madden means "descendant of Madan (little dog)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Madden boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Madden is primarily a boy name.

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