Emma vs Margene

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
Margene Rank #39,946

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #39946 for Margene.

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

Margene ___

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 Margene

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Margene more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Margene at #39946 in the United States.

What do Emma and Margene mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Margene boy or girl names?

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

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