Emma vs Paige

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
Paige Rank #375

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #375 for Paige.

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

Paige ___

  • Paige Elizabeth
  • Paige Marie
  • Paige Ann
  • Paige Lynn
  • Paige Nicole
  • Paige Alexandra

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Paige

Tyler Logan Taylor Morgan Blake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Paige more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Paige at #375 in the United States.

What do Emma and Paige mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Paige means "young servant, page boy" (Old French origin).

Are Emma and Paige boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Paige is primarily a girl name.

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