Emma vs Katy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Katy

Girl #2,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"each of the two"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,460
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kat, Kay

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Katy Rank #2,460

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2460 for Katy.

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

Katy ___

  • Katy Mae
  • Katy Grace
  • Katy Ann
  • Katy Lynn
  • Katy Rose
  • Katy Jo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Katy

Tommy Billy Molly Lilly Danny

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Katy more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Katy at #2460 in the United States.

What do Emma and Katy mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Katy means "each of the two" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Katy boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Katy is primarily a girl name.

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