Emma vs Maude

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maude

Girl #3,689 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mighty in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,689
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maudie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maude Rank #3,689

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3689 for Maude.

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

Maude ___

  • Maude Elizabeth
  • Maude Rose
  • Maude Louise
  • Maude Claire
  • Maude Anne
  • Maude Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maude

Harriet Cecily Edmund Rupert Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maude more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maude at #3689 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maude mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maude means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Maude boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maude is primarily a girl name.

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