Name comparison
Emily vs John
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 10.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Emily | John |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 788,407 | 7,900,000 |
| Global rank | #38 | #4 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,147 | 1 in 1,013 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 788,407 | 2,626,987 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 788k for Emily - a ratio of about 10.0x.
Emily originates from unknown origins. John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God').
Frequently asked questions
Is Emily or John more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 788,407 for Emily. That is roughly 10.0x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between Emily and John?
Emily originates from unknown sources. John originates from Hebrew.
Are Emily and John used for the same gender?
Emily is 0.2% male, while John is 99.6% male.
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