Emma vs Roger

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roger

Boy #750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous spear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#750
Total SSA Count
340
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rog

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Roger Rank #750

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #750 for Roger.

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

Roger ___

  • Roger James
  • Roger Allen
  • Roger Lee
  • Roger Wayne
  • Roger Dale
  • Roger Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Roger

Susan Linda Gary Karen Dennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Roger more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Emma and Roger mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Roger boy or girl names?

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

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