Emma vs Modell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Modell

Boy #9,163 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Pattern; model; example"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

German Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,163
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Dell

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Modell Rank #9,163

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #9163 for Modell.

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

Modell ___

  • Modell Arthur
  • Modell Lewis
  • Modell Samuel
  • Modell Eugene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Modell

Sheryl Howard Morton Irwin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Modell more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Modell at #9163 in the United States.

What do Emma and Modell mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Modell means "Pattern; model; example" (German origin).

Are Emma and Modell boy or girl names?

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

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