Emma vs Netty

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
Netty Rank #69,799

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #69799 for Netty.

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

Netty ___

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 Netty

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Netty more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Netty at #69799 in the United States.

What do Emma and Netty mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Netty boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Netty is primarily a girl name.

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