Emma vs Renay

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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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Renay Rank #29,958

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #29958 for Renay.

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

Renay ___

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 Renay

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Renay more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Renay at #29958 in the United States.

What do Emma and Renay mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Renay boy or girl names?

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

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