Emma vs Kerah

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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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kerah Rank #61,858

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #61858 for Kerah.

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

Kerah ___

  • Kerah Lynn
  • Kerah Rose
  • Kerah Ann
  • Kerah Mae
  • Kerah Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kerah

Lara Zara Mira Declan Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kerah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kerah at #61858 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kerah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kerah means "sun, lord" (Persian via Greek origin).

Are Emma and Kerah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kerah is primarily a girl name.

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