Emma vs Maelee

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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Maelee

Girl #2,077 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved pearl and meadow combined"

Origin: American English (blended)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,077
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mae, Lee

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maelee Rank #2,077

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2077 for Maelee.

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

Maelee ___

  • Maelee Grace
  • Maelee Anne
  • Maelee Rose
  • Maelee Jane
  • Maelee Claire
  • Maelee Jo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maelee

Hadley Finley Emery Blythe Sutton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maelee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maelee at #2077 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maelee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maelee means "beloved pearl and meadow combined" (American English (blended) origin).

Are Emma and Maelee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maelee is primarily a girl name.

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