Emma vs Wells

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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Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wel, Wey, Weie

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Wells Rank #377

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #377 for Wells.

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

Wells ___

  • Wells Harrison
  • Wells Andrew
  • Wells James
  • Wells Michael
  • Wells Thomas
  • Wells Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wells

Brooks Hayes Greer Parker Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wells more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wells mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Wells boy or girl names?

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

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