Emma vs Maevis

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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Maevis

Girl #2,792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush (bird)"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,792
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae, Mave

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maevis Rank #2,792

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2792 for Maevis.

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

Maevis ___

  • Maevis Rose
  • Maevis Jane
  • Maevis Claire
  • Maevis Eleanor
  • Maevis Louise
  • Maevis Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maevis

Cecily Hazel Atticus Jasper Cora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maevis more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maevis at #2792 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maevis mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maevis means "song thrush (bird)" (Old French origin).

Are Emma and Maevis boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maevis is primarily a girl name.

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