Emma vs Nyx

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nyx

Girl #2,712 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"night, darkness"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,712
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Nyx Rank #2,712

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2712 for Nyx.

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

Nyx ___

  • Nyx Aurora
  • Nyx Celeste
  • Nyx Luna
  • Nyx Soleil
  • Nyx Vivienne
  • Nyx Elara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Nyx

Zephyr Orion Lyra Calyx Selene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Nyx more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Nyx at #2712 in the United States.

What do Emma and Nyx mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Nyx means "night, darkness" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Nyx boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Nyx is primarily a girl name.

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