Name comparison · girl names
Emerson vs. Emily
In 2025, Emily leads at #34 among U.S. girls' names, with Emerson at #122. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Emerson | Emily |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #122 | #34 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,241 | 5,451 |
| All-time peak | #122 in 2025 | #1 in 1996 |
| Uniqueness score | 24 / 100 | 13 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Hampshire (#45) | California (#16) |