Emma vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ter

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Terry Rank #1,187

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1187 for Terry.

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

Terry ___

  • Terry James
  • Terry Michael
  • Terry Lee
  • Terry Wayne
  • Terry Allen
  • Terry Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Terry

Jerry Bobby Jimmy Carrie Debbie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Terry more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Emma and Terry mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Terry boy or girl names?

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

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