Emma vs Mirth

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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Mirth

Girl #69,003 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"merriment, joyful laughter"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#69,003
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Miri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mirth Rank #69,003

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #69003 for Mirth.

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

Mirth ___

  • Mirth Joy
  • Mirth Rose
  • Mirth Grace
  • Mirth Belle
  • Mirth Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mirth

Solace Blythe Verity Merit Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mirth more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mirth at #69003 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mirth mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mirth means "merriment, joyful laughter" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Mirth boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mirth is primarily a girl name.

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