Emma vs John
Emma
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Whole, universal
Peak: 1881 (2.06%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Emma | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.05% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 1.48% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.97% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.62% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 0.42% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.30% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.22% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.11% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.05% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.03% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.03% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.12% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.63% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Emma or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Emma peaked in 1881 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Emma and John mean?
Emma means "Whole, universal" while John means "God is gracious".