Emma vs Peregrine

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
Peregrine Rank #3,329

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3329 for Peregrine.

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

Peregrine ___

  • Peregrine James
  • Peregrine Alexander
  • Peregrine John
  • Peregrine Thomas
  • Peregrine Charles
  • Peregrine Edmund

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Peregrine

Caspian Ptolemy Elspeth Juniper Octavia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Peregrine more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Peregrine at #3329 in the United States.

What do Emma and Peregrine mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Peregrine means "pilgrim, traveler, wanderer" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Peregrine boy or girl names?

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

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