Emma vs Susie

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
Susie Rank #2,323

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2323 for Susie.

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

Susie ___

  • Susie Mae
  • Susie Ann
  • Susie Jane
  • Susie Lynn
  • Susie Lee
  • Susie Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Susie

Kathy Betty Peggy Patty Judy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Susie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Susie at #2323 in the United States.

What do Emma and Susie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Susie means "lily, rose" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Susie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Susie is primarily a girl name.

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