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Emory vs Ivory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#886
Total SSA Count
271
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ivory

Girl #404 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ivory white"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#404
Total SSA Count
784
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emory Rank #886
Ivory Rank #404

Ivory is more popular, ranked #404 vs #886 for Emory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emory or Ivory more popular?

Ivory is more popular, ranked #404 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Emory and Ivory mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Ivory means "ivory white" (Old French origin).

Are Emory and Ivory boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Ivory is primarily a girl name.

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