Emma vs Timothy

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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Timothy

Boy #208 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Christian Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#208
Total SSA Count
1,708
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Tim, Timmy

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Timothy Rank #208

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #208 for Timothy.

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

Timothy ___

  • Timothy James
  • Timothy John
  • Timothy Lee
  • Timothy Michael
  • Timothy Allen
  • Timothy Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Timothy

Matthew Stephen Rebecca Rachel Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Timothy more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Emma and Timothy mean?

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

Are Emma and Timothy boy or girl names?

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

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