Emma vs Margret

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
Margret Rank #7,271

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #7271 for Margret.

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

Margret ___

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 Margret

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Margret more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Margret at #7271 in the United States.

What do Emma and Margret mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Margret boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Margret is primarily a girl name.

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