Emma vs Mallie

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
Mallie Rank #3,056

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3056 for Mallie.

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

Mallie ___

  • Mallie Grace
  • Mallie Rose
  • Mallie Jane
  • Mallie Ann
  • Mallie Claire
  • Mallie Beth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mallie

Ned Hattie Clover Finn Lottie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mallie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mallie at #3056 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mallie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mallie means "diminutive of Mary" (English origin).

Are Emma and Mallie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mallie is primarily a girl name.

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