Emma vs Opie

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

Opie

Boy #3,175 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy friend, divine wealth"

Origin: Old English Os- prefix names

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,175
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Opie Rank #3,175

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3175 for Opie.

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

Opie ___

  • Opie James
  • Opie Lee
  • Opie Thomas
  • Opie Ray
  • Opie Dale
  • Opie Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Opie

Barney Otis Andy Ellie Scout

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Opie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Opie at #3175 in the United States.

What do Emma and Opie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Opie means "wealthy friend, divine wealth" (Old English Os- prefix names origin).

Are Emma and Opie boy or girl names?

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

More Comparisons