Emma vs Reese

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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Reese

Girl #190 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fire"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#190
Total SSA Count
1,589
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ree, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Reese Rank #190

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #190 for Reese.

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

Reese ___

  • Reese Ann
  • Reese Marie
  • Reese Lynn
  • Reese Grace
  • Reese Elaine
  • Reese Joelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Reese

Blake Quinn Sage Brooke Cole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Reese more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Reese at #190 in the United States.

What do Emma and Reese mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fire" (Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Reese boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Reese is primarily a girl name.

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