Emma vs Sherman

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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Sherman

Boy #4,733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shearer of woolen cloth, cloth cutter"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,733
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Sherm

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Sherman Rank #4,733

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4733 for Sherman.

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

Sherman ___

  • Sherman James
  • Sherman Lee
  • Sherman Allen
  • Sherman Wayne
  • Sherman Dale
  • Sherman Eugene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Sherman

Howard Eugene Gerald Marcia Beverly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Sherman more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Sherman at #4733 in the United States.

What do Emma and Sherman mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Sherman means "shearer of woolen cloth, cloth cutter" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Sherman boy or girl names?

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

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