Emma vs Maylee

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maylee Rank #1,021

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1021 for Maylee.

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

Maylee ___

  • Maylee Rose
  • Maylee Grace
  • Maylee Ann
  • Maylee Jane
  • Maylee Dawn
  • Maylee Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maylee

Kai Suki River June Chloe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maylee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maylee at #1021 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maylee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maylee means "May meadow, spring clearing" (English origin).

Are Emma and Maylee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maylee is primarily a girl name.

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