Emma vs Skylar

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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Skylar

Girl #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, refuge"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#134
Total SSA Count
2,186
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sky, Skye

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Skylar Rank #134

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #134 for Skylar.

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

Skylar ___

  • Skylar Rose
  • Skylar Grace
  • Skylar Dawn
  • Skylar Blue
  • Skylar Jade
  • Skylar Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Skylar

Everly Parker Emerson Hadley Sawyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Skylar more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Skylar at #134 in the United States.

What do Emma and Skylar mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Skylar means "shelter, refuge" (Dutch origin).

Are Emma and Skylar boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Skylar is primarily a girl name.

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