Emma vs Maureen

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

✓ All Clear
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Maureen

Girl #4,928 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little Mary"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,928
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Reenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maureen Rank #4,928

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4928 for Maureen.

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

Maureen ___

  • Maureen Rose
  • Maureen Anne
  • Maureen Frances
  • Maureen Patricia
  • Maureen Brigid
  • Maureen Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maureen

Colleen Siobhan Brendan Declan Aoife

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maureen more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maureen at #4928 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maureen mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maureen means "little Mary" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Maureen boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maureen is primarily a girl name.

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