Emma vs Madlene

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
Madlene Rank #23,917

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #23917 for Madlene.

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

Madlene ___

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 Madlene

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Madlene more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Madlene at #23917 in the United States.

What do Emma and Madlene mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Madlene boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Madlene is primarily a girl name.

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