Emma vs Madi

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
Madi Rank #4,004

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4004 for Madi.

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

Madi ___

  • Madi Grace
  • Madi Rose
  • Madi Lynn
  • Madi Elizabeth
  • Madi Claire
  • Madi Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Madi

Zoe Lily Noah Liam Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Madi more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Madi at #4004 in the United States.

What do Emma and Madi mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Madi means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Madi boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Madi is primarily a girl name.

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