Emma vs Mavis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mavis

Girl #566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, songbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
532
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mave, Mavie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mavis Rank #566

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #566 for Mavis.

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

Mavis ___

  • Mavis June
  • Mavis Pearl
  • Mavis Rose
  • Mavis Grace
  • Mavis Irene
  • Mavis Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mavis

Hattie Clive Olive Clarence Blythe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mavis more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mavis at #566 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mavis mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mavis means "song thrush, songbird" (Old French origin).

Are Emma and Mavis boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mavis is primarily a girl name.

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