Emma vs Merrick

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

✓ All Clear
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Merrick

Boy #1,219 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the sea"

Origin: Welsh (Meurig)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,219
Total SSA Count
165
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Merry, Rick

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Merrick Rank #1,219

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1219 for Merrick.

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

Merrick ___

  • Merrick James
  • Merrick Cole
  • Merrick Lane
  • Merrick Owen
  • Merrick Bowen
  • Merrick Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Merrick

Rowan Griffin Emrys Bronwen Carys

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Merrick more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Merrick at #1219 in the United States.

What do Emma and Merrick mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Emma and Merrick boy or girl names?

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

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