Davy vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davy

Boy #2,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,844
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dave

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Davy Rank #2,844
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2844 for Davy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Davy ___

  • Davy James
  • Davy Lee
  • Davy Ray
  • Davy Cole
  • Davy Wayne
  • Davy Paul

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 Davy

Bobby Tommy Ricky Susie Peggy

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davy or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Davy at #2844 in the United States.

What do Davy and Emma mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Davy and Emma boy or girl names?

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

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