Emma vs Paisley

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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Paisley

Girl #61 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place name: town in Scotland"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#61
Total SSA Count
3,542
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pais, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Paisley Rank #61

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #61 for Paisley.

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

Paisley ___

  • Paisley Grace
  • Paisley Rose
  • Paisley Mae
  • Paisley Ann
  • Paisley Jo
  • Paisley Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Paisley

Addison Harper Mason Hunter Brooklyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Paisley more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Paisley at #61 in the United States.

What do Emma and Paisley mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Paisley means "place name: town in Scotland" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Paisley boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Paisley is primarily a girl name.

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