Emma vs Nann

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
Nann Rank #68,594

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #68594 for Nann.

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

Nann ___

  • Nann Elizabeth
  • Nann Marie
  • Nann Louise
  • Nann Rose
  • Nann Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Nann

Bess Nell Maud Hattie Jem

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Nann more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Nann at #68594 in the United States.

What do Emma and Nann mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Nann means "grace, favor (from Hannah via Anne)" (Hebrew via Old English origin).

Are Emma and Nann boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Nann is primarily a girl name.

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