Emma vs Pacey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pacey

Boy #4,630 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Pacy-sur-Eure"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,630
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pace

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Pacey Rank #4,630

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4630 for Pacey.

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

Pacey ___

  • Pacey James
  • Pacey Cole
  • Pacey Lee
  • Pacey Allen
  • Pacey Grant
  • Pacey True

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Pacey

Dawson Joey Jen Creek Ryker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Pacey more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Pacey at #4630 in the United States.

What do Emma and Pacey mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Pacey means "from Pacy-sur-Eure" (French origin).

Are Emma and Pacey boy or girl names?

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

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