Emma vs Keller

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keller

Boy #1,626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cellar keeper, wine steward"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,626
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kell

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Keller Rank #1,626

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1626 for Keller.

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

Keller ___

  • Keller James
  • Keller Reid
  • Keller Thomas
  • Keller Grant
  • Keller Hugh
  • Keller Brooks

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Keller

Harper Beckett Sloane Griffin Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Keller more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Keller at #1626 in the United States.

What do Emma and Keller mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Keller means "cellar keeper, wine steward" (German origin).

Are Emma and Keller boy or girl names?

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

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