Emma vs Rees

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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Rees

Boy #6,353 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, ardor, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,353
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Rees Rank #6,353

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #6353 for Rees.

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

Rees ___

  • Rees James
  • Rees Thomas
  • Rees William
  • Rees Owen
  • Rees Arthur
  • Rees Morgan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Rees

Griffith Owen Emrys Seren Bronwen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Rees more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Rees at #6353 in the United States.

What do Emma and Rees mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Rees means "enthusiasm, ardor, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Rees boy or girl names?

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

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