Emma vs Pegan

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
Pegan Rank #23,966

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #23966 for Pegan.

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

Pegan ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Pegan

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Pegan more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Pegan at #23966 in the United States.

What do Emma and Pegan mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Pegan boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Pegan is primarily a girl name.

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