Emma vs Wilde

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
Wilde Rank #7,052

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #7052 for Wilde.

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

Wilde ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilde

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilde more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilde at #7052 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilde mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Wilde boy or girl names?

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

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