Emma vs Remi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Remi

Girl #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oarsman, rower"

Origin: Latin Remigius

Cultural Roots

French English American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
1,987
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Rem

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Remi Rank #146

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #146 for Remi.

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

Remi ___

  • Remi Jade
  • Remi Elise
  • Remi Claire
  • Remi Nicole
  • Remi Faye
  • Remi Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Remi

Zara Leo Nico Mila Sasha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Remi more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Remi at #146 in the United States.

What do Emma and Remi mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Remi means "oarsman, rower" (Latin Remigius origin).

Are Emma and Remi boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Remi is primarily a girl name.

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