Emma vs Waverly

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

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Waverly

Girl #916 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow of quivering aspens"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#916
Total SSA Count
289
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wave, Wavie, Avery

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Waverly Rank #916

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #916 for Waverly.

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

Waverly ___

  • Waverly Rose
  • Waverly June
  • Waverly Claire
  • Waverly Jade
  • Waverly Faith
  • Waverly Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Waverly

Hadley Finley Emerson Hollis Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Waverly more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Waverly at #916 in the United States.

What do Emma and Waverly mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Waverly means "meadow of quivering aspens" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Waverly boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Waverly is primarily a girl name.

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