Emma vs Niamh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niamh

Girl #3,133 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, radiant, lustrous"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Gaelic Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,133
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nia, Niy, Niie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Niamh Rank #3,133

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3133 for Niamh.

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

Niamh ___

  • Niamh Rose
  • Niamh Clare
  • Niamh Grace
  • Niamh Maeve
  • Niamh Siobhan
  • Niamh Brigid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Niamh

Ciarán Fionnuala Roisín Seán Áine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Niamh more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Niamh at #3133 in the United States.

What do Emma and Niamh mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Niamh means "bright, radiant, lustrous" (Old Irish origin).

Are Emma and Niamh boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Niamh is primarily a girl name.

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