Emma vs Kase

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kase

Boy #967 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"watchful, vigilant (via Casey)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#967
Total SSA Count
233
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kase Rank #967

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #967 for Kase.

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

Kase ___

  • Kase James
  • Kase William
  • Kase Lee
  • Kase Owen
  • Kase Riley
  • Kase Gray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kase

Jett Brynn Sloane Cole Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kase more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kase at #967 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kase mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kase means "watchful, vigilant (via Casey)" (Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh origin).

Are Emma and Kase boy or girl names?

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

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