Emma vs Margeret

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
Margeret Rank #39,084

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #39084 for Margeret.

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

Margeret ___

  • Margeret Anne
  • Margeret Louise
  • Margeret Rose
  • Margeret Elizabeth
  • Margeret Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Margeret

Dorothy Eleanor Vivienne Catherine Edward

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Margeret more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Margeret at #39084 in the United States.

What do Emma and Margeret mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Margeret means "pearl" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Margeret boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Margeret is primarily a girl name.

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