Jemma vs Macy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jemma

Girl #758 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, jewel"

Origin: Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
371
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jem, Jemmy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Macy

Girl #663 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Massy, Normandy"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#663
Total SSA Count
440
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jemma Rank #758
Macy Rank #663

Macy is more popular, ranked #663 vs #758 for Jemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jemma ___

  • Jemma Rose
  • Jemma Grace
  • Jemma Louise
  • Jemma Kate
  • Jemma Pearl
  • Jemma Marie

Macy ___

  • Macy Jane
  • Macy Claire
  • Macy Elizabeth
  • Macy Grace
  • Macy Anne
  • Macy Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jemma

Elsie Harriet Archie Bertie Flora

If you choose Macy

Lucy Lily Ella Owen Jack

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jemma or Macy more popular?

Macy is more popular, ranked #663 compared to Jemma at #758 in the United States.

What do Jemma and Macy mean?

Jemma means "gem, jewel" (Italian origin). Macy means "from Massy, Normandy" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Jemma and Macy boy or girl names?

Jemma is primarily a girl name. Macy is primarily a girl name.

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