Avah vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avah

Girl #1,192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,192
Total SSA Count
198
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Avie, Ava

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Avah Rank #1,192
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1192 for Avah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avah ___

  • Avah Rose
  • Avah Grace
  • Avah Marie
  • Avah Jane
  • Avah Lynn
  • Avah Claire

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 Avah

Ava Eva Emma Isla Ella

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avah or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Avah at #1192 in the United States.

What do Avah and Emma mean?

Avah means "life" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Avah and Emma boy or girl names?

Avah is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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