Emma vs Radley

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
Radley Rank #1,584

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1584 for Radley.

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

Radley ___

  • Radley James
  • Radley Cole
  • Radley Lee
  • Radley Grant
  • Radley Blake
  • Radley Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Radley

Atticus Finley Blythe Harper Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Radley more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Radley at #1584 in the United States.

What do Emma and Radley mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Radley means "from Radley (red clearing)" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Radley boy or girl names?

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

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