Emma vs Sunday

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sunday

Girl #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"day of rest and worship"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sun, Sunny, Sunnie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Sunday Rank #1,070

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1070 for Sunday.

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

Sunday ___

  • Sunday Rose
  • Sunday Mae
  • Sunday Rain
  • Sunday Blue
  • Sunday Grace
  • Sunday Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Sunday

River Summer Sky Storm Ocean

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Sunday more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Sunday at #1070 in the United States.

What do Emma and Sunday mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Sunday means "day of rest and worship" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Sunday boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Sunday is primarily a girl name.

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