Emma vs Marty

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

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Marty

Boy #2,623 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin Martinus

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,623
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mart

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Marty Rank #2,623

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2623 for Marty.

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

Marty ___

  • Marty James
  • Marty Lee
  • Marty Ray
  • Marty Gene
  • Marty Dale
  • Marty Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Marty

Tommy Bobby Richie Suzy Donna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Marty more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Marty at #2623 in the United States.

What do Emma and Marty mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Marty means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin Martinus origin).

Are Emma and Marty boy or girl names?

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

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