Emma vs Midred

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
Midred Rank #38,206

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #38206 for Midred.

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

Midred ___

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 Midred

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Midred more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Midred at #38206 in the United States.

What do Emma and Midred mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Midred boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Midred is primarily a girl name.

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