Emma vs Keith

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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Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Key, Keie

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Keith Rank #758

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #758 for Keith.

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

Keith ___

  • Keith Allen
  • Keith Wayne
  • Keith Michael
  • Keith Alan
  • Keith Douglas
  • Keith Gordon

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Keith

Brian Gary Linda Patricia Dennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Keith more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Emma and Keith mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Emma and Keith boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Keith is primarily a boy name.

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