Emma vs Seren

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
Seren Rank #4,628

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4628 for Seren.

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

Seren ___

  • Seren Rose
  • Seren Grace
  • Seren Eloise
  • Seren Mae
  • Seren Bliss
  • Seren Ivy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Seren

Nia Rhian Elowen Ffion Caius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Seren more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Seren at #4628 in the United States.

What do Emma and Seren mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Seren means "star" (Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Seren boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Seren is primarily a girl name.

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