Emma vs Smith

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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Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Smithy

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Smith Rank #1,580

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1580 for Smith.

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

Smith ___

  • Smith James
  • Smith Cole
  • Smith Lee
  • Smith Reid
  • Smith Grant
  • Smith Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Smith

Hunter Fletcher Cooper Tanner Parker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Smith more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Emma and Smith mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Smith boy or girl names?

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

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