Emma vs Staley

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
Staley Rank #34,715

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #34715 for Staley.

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

Staley ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Staley

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Staley more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Staley at #34715 in the United States.

What do Emma and Staley mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Staley boy or girl names?

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

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