Emma vs Winslow

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

All Clear

Winslow

Girl #1,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"joyful hill (from Wynn + hlaw)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,470
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Winnie, Win, Lo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Winslow Rank #1,470

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1470 for Winslow.

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

Winslow ___

  • Winslow Grace
  • Winslow Rose
  • Winslow Mae
  • Winslow Jane
  • Winslow Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Winslow

Emery Greyson Wren Finley Arlo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Winslow more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Winslow at #1470 in the United States.

What do Emma and Winslow mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Winslow means "joyful hill (from Wynn + hlaw)" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Winslow boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Winslow is primarily a girl name.

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