Emma vs Welles

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
Welles Rank #3,522

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3522 for Welles.

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

Welles ___

  • Welles James
  • Welles Henry
  • Welles Thomas
  • Welles Edward
  • Welles Arthur
  • Welles George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Welles

Arden Monroe Cary Marlowe Bette

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Welles more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Welles at #3522 in the United States.

What do Emma and Welles mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Welles means "from the spring or well" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Welles boy or girl names?

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

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