Emma vs Madlen

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Madlen Rank #69,634

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #69634 for Madlen.

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

Madlen ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Madlen

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Madlen more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Madlen at #69634 in the United States.

What do Emma and Madlen mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Madlen boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Madlen is primarily a girl name.

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