Emma vs Raven

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

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Raven

Girl #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the raven, large black crow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Norse-inspired Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#388
Total SSA Count
813
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Raye, Rae

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Raven Rank #388

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #388 for Raven.

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

Raven ___

  • Raven Grace
  • Raven Skye
  • Raven Belle
  • Raven Marie
  • Raven Elise
  • Raven Brooke

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Raven

Phoenix Sage Ember Luna Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Raven more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Raven at #388 in the United States.

What do Emma and Raven mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Raven means "the raven, large black crow" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Raven boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Raven is primarily a girl name.

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