Gemma vs Lucy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

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Lucy

Girl #34 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Latin French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#34
Total SSA Count
5,396
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lu, Luce

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Lucy Rank #34

Lucy is more popular, ranked #34 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Lucy ___

  • Lucy Grace
  • Lucy Mae
  • Lucy Jane
  • Lucy Rose
  • Lucy Claire
  • Lucy Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

If you choose Lucy

Edmund Peter Susan Henry Ellie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Lucy more popular?

Lucy is more popular, ranked #34 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Lucy mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Lucy means "light, illumination" (Latin origin).

Are Gemma and Lucy boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Lucy is primarily a girl name.

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