Emma vs Wilkie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilkie

Girl #23,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#23,889
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wil, Wilks

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Wilkie Rank #23,889

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #23889 for Wilkie.

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

Wilkie ___

  • Wilkie Rose
  • Wilkie Anne
  • Wilkie Grace
  • Wilkie Elizabeth
  • Wilkie Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilkie

Bram Huxley Elsie Flora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilkie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilkie at #23889 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilkie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wilkie means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Emma and Wilkie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Wilkie is primarily a girl name.

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