Emma vs Keisha

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keisha

Girl #2,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cassia tree, cinnamon spice"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African-American American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,567
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Kee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Keisha Rank #2,567

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2567 for Keisha.

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

Keisha ___

  • Keisha Marie
  • Keisha Nicole
  • Keisha Renee
  • Keisha Lynn
  • Keisha Monique
  • Keisha Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Keisha

Deja Aaliyah Jordan Tamara Malik

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Keisha more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Keisha at #2567 in the United States.

What do Emma and Keisha mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Keisha means "cassia tree, cinnamon spice" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Keisha boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Keisha is primarily a girl name.

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