Emma vs Keira

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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Keira

Girl #609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark one, black-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#609
Total SSA Count
492
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Kee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Keira Rank #609

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #609 for Keira.

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

Keira ___

  • Keira Rose
  • Keira Elizabeth
  • Keira Anne
  • Keira Grace
  • Keira Louise
  • Keira Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Keira

Niamh Aoife Siobhan Declan Cillian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Keira more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Keira at #609 in the United States.

What do Emma and Keira mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Keira means "dark one, black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Keira boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Keira is primarily a girl name.

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