Emma vs Tim

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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Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,523
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Timmy

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tim Rank #2,523

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2523 for Tim.

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

Tim ___

  • Tim James
  • Tim Robert
  • Tim Allen
  • Tim Lee
  • Tim Patrick
  • Tim John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tim

Tom Jennifer Karen Chris Susan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tim more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tim mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Tim boy or girl names?

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

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