Emma vs Teddy

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

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Teddy

Boy #898 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#898
Total SSA Count
262
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Teddy Rank #898

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #898 for Teddy.

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

Teddy ___

  • Teddy James
  • Teddy William
  • Teddy George
  • Teddy Robert
  • Teddy Charles
  • Teddy John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Teddy

Bertie Archie Charlie Freddie Maisie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Teddy more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Emma and Teddy mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Teddy boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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