Emma vs Kamiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kamiah

Girl #3,921 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"place of camas, sacred meadow"

Origin: Nez Perce

Cultural Roots

Native American American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,921
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kami, Mia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kamiah Rank #3,921

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3921 for Kamiah.

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

Kamiah ___

  • Kamiah Rose
  • Kamiah Lynn
  • Kamiah Grace
  • Kamiah Dawn
  • Kamiah Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kamiah

Shoshone Kaya Naya Sequoia River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kamiah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kamiah at #3921 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kamiah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kamiah means "place of camas, sacred meadow" (Nez Perce origin).

Are Emma and Kamiah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kamiah is primarily a girl name.

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