Emma vs Sutton

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
Sutton Rank #197

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #197 for Sutton.

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

Sutton ___

  • Sutton Grace
  • Sutton Mae
  • Sutton Elizabeth
  • Sutton Claire
  • Sutton Rose
  • Sutton Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Sutton

Piper Reeve Emerson Wells Carter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Sutton more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Sutton at #197 in the United States.

What do Emma and Sutton mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Sutton means "south farm" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Sutton boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Sutton is primarily a girl name.

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