Emma vs Kayleigh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayleigh

Girl #732 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, slim and fair"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
385
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Kayle, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kayleigh Rank #732

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #732 for Kayleigh.

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

Kayleigh ___

  • Kayleigh Anne
  • Kayleigh Marie
  • Kayleigh Grace
  • Kayleigh Rose
  • Kayleigh Dawn
  • Kayleigh Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kayleigh

Brody Caelan Sienna Finley Rory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kayleigh more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kayleigh at #732 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kayleigh mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kayleigh means "slender, slim and fair" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Kayleigh boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kayleigh is primarily a girl name.

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