Emma vs Kava

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
Kava Rank #62,602

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #62602 for Kava.

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

Kava ___

  • Kava Mele
  • Kava Rose
  • Kava Sina
  • Kava Lei
  • Kava Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kava

Moana Tala Sione Vai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kava more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kava at #62602 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kava mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kava means "bitter" (Polynesian origin).

Are Emma and Kava boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kava is primarily a girl name.

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