Emma vs Rush

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

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Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Rush Rank #1,496

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1496 for Rush.

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

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Rush more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Emma and Rush mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Rush boy or girl names?

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

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