Emma vs Todd

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Todd Rank #1,598

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1598 for Todd.

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

Todd ___

  • Todd James
  • Todd Allen
  • Todd Michael
  • Todd Robert
  • Todd Lee
  • Todd Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Todd

Jennifer Kevin Brian Wendy Scott

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Todd more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Emma and Todd mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin).

Are Emma and Todd boy or girl names?

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

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