Coy vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1507 for Coy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Coy ___

  • Coy Allen
  • Coy Wayne
  • Coy Dean
  • Coy Lee
  • Coy Earl
  • Coy Dale

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 Coy

Roy Troy Clyde Earl Burl

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Emma mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Coy and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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