Emma vs Tammy

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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Tammy

Girl #4,823 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"date palm tree"

Origin: Hebrew/Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,823
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Tam

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tammy Rank #4,823

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4823 for Tammy.

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

Tammy ___

  • Tammy Lynn
  • Tammy Jo
  • Tammy Marie
  • Tammy Ann
  • Tammy Sue
  • Tammy Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tammy

Debbie Donna Karen Bobby Jimmy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tammy more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tammy at #4823 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tammy mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tammy means "date palm tree" (Hebrew/Aramaic origin).

Are Emma and Tammy boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Tammy is primarily a girl name.

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