Emma vs Meghan

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

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Meghan

Girl #1,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,444
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Meg, Meggie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Meghan Rank #1,444

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1444 for Meghan.

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

Meghan ___

  • Meghan Rose
  • Meghan Grace
  • Meghan Anne
  • Meghan Louise
  • Meghan Kate
  • Meghan Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Meghan

Deirdre Bridget Caitlin Rowan Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Meghan more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Meghan at #1444 in the United States.

What do Emma and Meghan mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Meghan means "pearl" (Greek via Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Meghan boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Meghan is primarily a girl name.

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