Emma vs Kao

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kao

Boy #26,042 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Rice; brightness"

Origin: Thai

Cultural Roots

Thai Laotian Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,042
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kao Rank #26,042

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #26042 for Kao.

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

Kao ___

  • Kao James
  • Kao Thai
  • Kao Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kao

Bao Lin Mei

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kao more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kao at #26042 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kao mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kao means "Rice; brightness" (Thai origin).

Are Emma and Kao boy or girl names?

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

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