Emma vs Maze

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
Maze Rank #3,190

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3190 for Maze.

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

Maze ___

  • Maze River
  • Maze Stone
  • Maze Cole
  • Maze Gray
  • Maze Finn
  • Maze Elias

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maze

Blaze Onyx River Lyric Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maze more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maze at #3190 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maze mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maze means "to bewilder, confuse" (Middle English origin).

Are Emma and Maze boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maze is primarily a boy name.

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