Name comparison
Emily vs Emma
Emma is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Emily | Emma |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 788,407 | 2,100,000 |
| Global rank | #38 | #69 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,147 | 1 in 3,810 |
| Origin | n/a | Germanic |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.8%) | Female (99.8%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 788,407 | 549,553 |
How they differ
Emma has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 788k for Emily - a ratio of about 2.7x.
Emily originates from unknown origins. Emma originates from Germanic (from 'ermen' - whole, universal).
Frequently asked questions
Is Emily or Emma more popular?
Emma is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,100,000 estimated living bearers compared to 788,407 for Emily. That is roughly 2.7x more bearers of Emma.
What is the difference in origin between Emily and Emma?
Emily originates from unknown sources. Emma originates from Germanic.
Are Emily and Emma used for the same gender?
Both Emily and Emma are predominantly used as female names.
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