Emma vs Megen

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
Megen Rank #37,778

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #37778 for Megen.

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

Megen ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Megen

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Megen more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Megen at #37778 in the United States.

What do Emma and Megen mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Megen boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Megen is primarily a girl name.

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