Emma vs Maire

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
Maire Rank #48,990

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #48990 for Maire.

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

Maire ___

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 Maire

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maire more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maire at #48990 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maire mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Maire boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maire is primarily a girl name.

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