Emma vs Kathi

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

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kathi Rank #66,203

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #66203 for Kathi.

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

Kathi ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kathi

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kathi more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kathi at #66203 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kathi mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Kathi boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kathi is primarily a girl name.

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