Emma vs Mary
Emma
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Whole, universal
Peak: 1881 (2.06%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Emma | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.05% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 1.48% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.97% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.62% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.42% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.30% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.22% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.11% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.05% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.03% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.03% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.12% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.63% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Emma or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Emma peaked in 1881 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Emma and Mary mean?
Emma means "Whole, universal" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".