Emma vs Takako

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
Takako Rank #71,391

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #71391 for Takako.

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

Takako ___

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 Takako

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Takako more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Takako at #71391 in the United States.

What do Emma and Takako mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Takako boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Takako is primarily a girl name.

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