Emma vs Ume

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
Ume Rank #42,321

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #42321 for Ume.

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

Ume ___

  • Ume Hana
  • Ume Sora
  • Ume Yuki
  • Ume Nami
  • Ume Haru

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ume

Sakura Hana Yuki Sora Haru

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ume more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ume at #42321 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ume mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Ume means "plum blossom" (Japanese origin).

Are Emma and Ume boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ume is primarily a girl name.

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