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Emery vs Ava

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emery

Boy #825 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home power, ruler of work"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#825
Total SSA Count
302
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ava

Girl #9 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9
Total SSA Count
8,662
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emery Rank #825
Ava Rank #9

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #825 for Emery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emery or Ava more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Emery at #825 in the United States.

What do Emery and Ava mean?

Emery means "home power, ruler of work" (Germanic origin). Ava means "life" (Germanic origin).

Are Emery and Ava boy or girl names?

Emery is primarily a boy name. Ava is primarily a girl name.

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