Emma vs Tori

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
Tori Rank #1,406

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1406 for Tori.

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

Tori ___

  • Tori Lynn
  • Tori Anne
  • Tori Marie
  • Tori Belle
  • Tori Rose
  • Tori Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tori

Cali Remi Dani Lori Bree

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tori more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tori at #1406 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tori mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tori means "bird" (Japanese origin).

Are Emma and Tori boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Tori is primarily a girl name.

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