Amai vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amai

Boy #3,156 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sweet, gentle"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Zimbabwean Shona

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,156
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai, Ami

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amai Rank #3,156
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3156 for Amai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amai ___

  • Amai James
  • Amai Elias
  • Amai John
  • Amai Kai
  • Amai River
  • Amai Cole

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amai

Kai Zuri Nia Amara Kion

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amai or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Amai at #3156 in the United States.

What do Amai and Emma mean?

Amai means "sweet, gentle" (Japanese origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Amai and Emma boy or girl names?

Amai is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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