Emma vs Vaughn

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
Vaughn Rank #1,188

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1188 for Vaughn.

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

Vaughn ___

  • Vaughn James
  • Vaughn Michael
  • Vaughn Alexander
  • Vaughn William
  • Vaughn Henry
  • Vaughn Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Vaughn

Brooks Camden Reid Sloane Greer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Vaughn more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Vaughn at #1188 in the United States.

What do Emma and Vaughn mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Vaughn means "small, junior" (Welsh origin).

Are Emma and Vaughn boy or girl names?

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

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