Emma vs Merion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merion

Boy #19,441 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,441
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Meri, Mer

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Merion Rank #19,441

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #19441 for Merion.

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

Merion ___

  • Merion James
  • Merion Owen
  • Merion David
  • Merion Rhys

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Merion

Idris Emrys Rhys Caradoc

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Merion more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Merion at #19441 in the United States.

What do Emma and Merion mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Merion means "From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region" (Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Merion boy or girl names?

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

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