Emma vs Weldon

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
Weldon Rank #2,996

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2996 for Weldon.

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

Weldon ___

  • Weldon James
  • Weldon Thomas
  • Weldon Scott
  • Weldon Ray
  • Weldon Craig
  • Weldon Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Weldon

Dalton Preston Grover Mildred Harriet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Weldon more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Weldon at #2996 in the United States.

What do Emma and Weldon mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Weldon means "from the hill spring" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Weldon boy or girl names?

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

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