Emma vs Isai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isai

Boy #1,069 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift, offering (via Jesse/Isai)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Latino Mexican Spanish Central American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,069
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sai, Isi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Isai Rank #1,069

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1069 for Isai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

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

Isai ___

  • Isai David
  • Isai Emmanuel
  • Isai Mateo
  • Isai Angel
  • Isai Miguel

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Isai

Ezequiel Elias Daniela Marisol Rafael

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Isai more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Isai at #1069 in the United States.

What do Emma and Isai mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Isai means "gift, offering (via Jesse/Isai)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Isai boy or girl names?

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

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