Emma vs Trey

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Trey Rank #790

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #790 for Trey.

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

Trey ___

  • Trey James
  • Trey Michael
  • Trey Allen
  • Trey Davis
  • Trey Hunter
  • Trey William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Trey

Deuce Quinn Chase Blake Drew

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Trey more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Trey at #790 in the United States.

What do Emma and Trey mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Emma and Trey boy or girl names?

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

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