Emma vs Rem

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Rem Rank #22,872

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #22872 for Rem.

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

Rem ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Rem

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Rem more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Rem at #22872 in the United States.

What do Emma and Rem mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Rem boy or girl names?

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

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