Emma vs Mako

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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Mako

Boy #4,887 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"true child; sincerity"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Hawaiian Maori

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,887
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mak

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mako Rank #4,887

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4887 for Mako.

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

Mako ___

  • Mako James
  • Mako Lee
  • Mako River
  • Mako Kai
  • Mako Finn
  • Mako Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mako

Kai, Ryo Hana Sora Niko Yuki

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mako more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mako at #4887 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mako mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mako means "true child; sincerity" (Japanese origin).

Are Emma and Mako boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mako is primarily a boy name.

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