Emma vs Mame

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

✓ All Clear
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Mame

Girl #6,714 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"beloved, dear one (pet form of Mary)"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish West African (Wolof)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,714
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Mamie

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mame Rank #6,714

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6714 for Mame.

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

Mame ___

  • Mame Louise
  • Mame Grace
  • Mame Elaine
  • Mame Frances
  • Mame Jean
  • Mame Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mame

Flo Nell Bess Dora Pearl

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mame more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mame at #6714 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mame mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mame means "beloved, dear one (pet form of Mary)" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Emma and Mame boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mame is primarily a girl name.

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