Emma vs Mason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mase

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mason Rank #42

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #42 for Mason.

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

Mason ___

  • Mason James
  • Mason Lee
  • Mason Ryan
  • Mason Cole
  • Mason Scott
  • Mason Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mason

Jackson Logan Carter Riley Harper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mason more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mason at #42 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mason mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Emma and Mason boy or girl names?

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

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