Emma vs Sophia: Name Popularity Compared
18 years put Emma and Sophia on the same list, with best ranks of #1 and #1.
Emma ranked higher in 14 of those years, Sophia in 4.
The lead changed hands 2 times, in 2010, 2014.
The most recent switch was in 2014, when Emma moved ahead of Sophia.
The gap was widest in 2008, when Emma sat 14 places ahead.
In the most recent year where both are ranked (2025), Emma sits ahead of Sophia.
Full detail for each name: Emma · Sophia
Frequently asked questions
- Which is more popular, Emma or Sophia?
- Across the 18 years both are ranked, Emma placed higher in 14 of them.
- Have Emma and Sophia ever traded places?
- Yes, 2 times: 2010, 2014.
- Which one ranks higher now?
- In 2025, the most recent year both are ranked, Emma is ahead.
- What are their best ranks?
- Emma peaked at #1 in 2014; Sophia peaked at #1 in 2011.
- Where does this comparison come from?
- National rankings from US Social Security Administration baby name data. Years where a name falls outside the published ranking are left out of the comparison.
U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)