Emma vs Maggie

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
Maggie Rank #299

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #299 for Maggie.

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

Maggie ___

  • Maggie Rose
  • Maggie Grace
  • Maggie Jane
  • Maggie Lee
  • Maggie Mae
  • Maggie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maggie

Millie Nellie Lottie Archie Teddy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maggie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maggie at #299 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maggie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Emma and Maggie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maggie is primarily a girl name.

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