Emma vs Tillman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tillman

Boy #3,978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who tills the land, farmer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,978
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Till, Tilly, Tim

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tillman Rank #3,978

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3978 for Tillman.

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

Tillman ___

  • Tillman James
  • Tillman Lee
  • Tillman Wayne
  • Tillman Scott
  • Tillman Ray
  • Tillman Dean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tillman

Fletcher Harlow Grover Sutton Emmett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tillman more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tillman at #3978 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tillman mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tillman means "one who tills the land, farmer" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Tillman boy or girl names?

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

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