Emma vs Marigold

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
Marigold Rank #693

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #693 for Marigold.

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

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Marigold

Primrose Violet Clementine Barnaby Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Marigold more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Marigold at #693 in the United States.

What do Emma and Marigold mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin).

Are Emma and Marigold boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Marigold is primarily a girl name.

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