Emma vs Tyler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tyler Rank #191

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #191 for Tyler.

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

Tyler ___

  • Tyler James
  • Tyler Alexander
  • Tyler John
  • Tyler Michael
  • Tyler Blake
  • Tyler Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tyler

Logan Mason Carter Emma Madison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tyler more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tyler mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Tyler boy or girl names?

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

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