Emma vs Murl

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
Murl Rank #32,160

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #32160 for Murl.

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

Murl ___

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 Murl

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Murl more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Murl at #32160 in the United States.

What do Emma and Murl mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Murl boy or girl names?

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

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