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Emile vs Koby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emile

Boy #1,920 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager to emulate"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Swiss English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,920
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emile Rank #1,920
Koby Rank #2,066

Emile is more popular, ranked #1920 vs #2066 for Koby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emile or Koby more popular?

Emile is more popular, ranked #1920 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Emile and Koby mean?

Emile means "rival, eager to emulate" (Latin Aemilius origin). Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emile and Koby boy or girl names?

Emile is primarily a boy name. Koby is primarily a boy name.

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