Emma vs Sion

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
Sion Rank #3,680

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3680 for Sion.

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

Sion ___

  • Sion Rhys
  • Sion Emrys
  • Sion Wyn
  • Sion Morgan
  • Sion Gareth
  • Sion Huw

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Sion

Rhys Emrys Gwenllian Seren Aled

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Sion more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Sion at #3680 in the United States.

What do Emma and Sion mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Sion means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin origin).

Are Emma and Sion boy or girl names?

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

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