Emma vs Renesme

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

Renesme

Girl #5,570 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"reborn, beloved (portmanteau)"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,570
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nessie, Renee, Esme

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Renesme Rank #5,570

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5570 for Renesme.

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

Renesme ___

  • Renesme Rose
  • Renesme Claire
  • Renesme Marie
  • Renesme Jane
  • Renesme Grace
  • Renesme Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Renesme

Bella Edward Alice Jasper Emmett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Renesme more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Renesme at #5570 in the United States.

What do Emma and Renesme mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Renesme means "reborn, beloved (portmanteau)" (French/Latin origin).

Are Emma and Renesme boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Renesme is primarily a girl name.

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