Emma vs Mayme

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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Mayme

Girl #17,305 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #17,305
Total SSA Count: 8
Nicknames: May, Maie, Maykins

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2

Mayme Rank #17,305

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #17305 for Mayme.

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

Mayme ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mayme more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mayme at #17305 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mayme mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Mayme boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mayme is primarily a girl name.

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