Emma vs Kaylee

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

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Kaylee

Girl #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, fair"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#220
Total SSA Count
1,392
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Lee, KK

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kaylee Rank #220

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #220 for Kaylee.

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

Kaylee ___

  • Kaylee Grace
  • Kaylee Marie
  • Kaylee Ann
  • Kaylee Lynn
  • Kaylee Nicole
  • Kaylee Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kaylee

Jaden Tyler Hayden Brayden Madison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kaylee more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kaylee at #220 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kaylee mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kaylee means "slender, fair" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Kaylee boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kaylee is primarily a girl name.

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