Emma vs Kaci

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaci

Girl #2,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful in battle"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,070
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kace

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kaci Rank #2,070

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2070 for Kaci.

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

Kaci ___

  • Kaci Lynn
  • Kaci Marie
  • Kaci Ann
  • Kaci Grace
  • Kaci Nicole
  • Kaci Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kaci

Brady Tatum Riley Dylan Morgan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kaci more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kaci at #2070 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kaci mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kaci means "alert, watchful in battle" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Kaci boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kaci is primarily a girl name.

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