Emma vs Moxie

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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Moxie

Girl #4,178 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"courage, spirit, determination"

Origin: American English slang

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,178
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mox

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Moxie Rank #4,178

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4178 for Moxie.

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

Moxie ___

  • Moxie Jane
  • Moxie Lou
  • Moxie Belle
  • Moxie Ray
  • Moxie Rose
  • Moxie Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Moxie

Bowie Harlow Jagger Rebel Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Moxie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Moxie at #4178 in the United States.

What do Emma and Moxie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Moxie means "courage, spirit, determination" (American English slang origin).

Are Emma and Moxie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Moxie is primarily a girl name.

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