Emma vs Reilly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reilly

Girl #2,728 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"courageous, valiant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,728
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Rei, Reil

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Reilly Rank #2,728

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2728 for Reilly.

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

Reilly ___

  • Reilly Grace
  • Reilly Ann
  • Reilly Mae
  • Reilly Kate
  • Reilly Claire
  • Reilly Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Reilly

Finn Caitlin Declan Sienna Aidan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Reilly more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Reilly at #2728 in the United States.

What do Emma and Reilly mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Reilly means "courageous, valiant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Reilly boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Reilly is primarily a girl name.

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