Emma vs Merlee

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
Merlee Rank #38,159

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #38159 for Merlee.

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

Merlee ___

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 Merlee

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Merlee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Merlee at #38159 in the United States.

What do Emma and Merlee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Merlee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Merlee is primarily a girl name.

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