Emma vs Meri

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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Meri

Girl #8,703 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #8,703
Total SSA Count: 13

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2

Meri Rank #8,703

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #8703 for Meri.

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

Meri ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Meri more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Meri at #8703 in the United States.

What do Emma and Meri mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Meri boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Meri is primarily a girl name.

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