Emma vs Wildred

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
Wildred Rank #31,706

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #31706 for Wildred.

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

Wildred ___

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 Wildred

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wildred more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wildred at #31706 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wildred mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Wildred boy or girl names?

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

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