Gemma vs Madelyn

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Madelyn

Girl #65 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"high tower, elevated"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
3,364
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddy, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Madelyn Rank #65

Madelyn is more popular, ranked #65 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

Madelyn ___

  • Madelyn Rose
  • Madelyn Grace
  • Madelyn Claire
  • Madelyn Anne
  • Madelyn Elizabeth
  • Madelyn Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

If you choose Madelyn

Sophie Charlotte Benjamin Elijah Olivia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Madelyn more popular?

Madelyn is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Madelyn mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Madelyn means "high tower, elevated" (Greek origin).

Are Gemma and Madelyn boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Madelyn is primarily a girl name.

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