Emma vs Nathanael

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Nathanael Rank #675

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #675 for Nathanael.

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

Nathanael ___

  • Nathanael James
  • Nathanael John
  • Nathanael Michael
  • Nathanael David
  • Nathanael Luke
  • Nathanael Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Nathanael

Elijah Samuel Benjamin Abigail Miriam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Nathanael more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Nathanael at #675 in the United States.

What do Emma and Nathanael mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Nathanael means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Nathanael boy or girl names?

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

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