Emma vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salem

Girl #430 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#430
Total SSA Count
715
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sal, Sallie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Salem Rank #430

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #430 for Salem.

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

Salem ___

  • Salem Grace
  • Salem Rose
  • Salem Jane
  • Salem Mae
  • Salem Elise
  • Salem Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Salem

Ember Raven Wren Cypress Zephyr

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Salem more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Salem at #430 in the United States.

What do Emma and Salem mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Salem means "peaceful, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Salem boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Salem is primarily a girl name.

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