Emma vs Tacy

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tacy Rank #49,168

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #49168 for Tacy.

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

Tacy ___

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 Tacy

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tacy more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tacy at #49168 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tacy mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Tacy boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Tacy is primarily a girl name.

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