Emma vs Kevin

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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Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kev

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kevin Rank #196

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #196 for Kevin.

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

Kevin ___

  • Kevin James
  • Kevin Michael
  • Kevin Patrick
  • Kevin Thomas
  • Kevin Daniel
  • Kevin Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kevin

Brian Patrick Ryan Megan Erin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kevin more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kevin mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Kevin boy or girl names?

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

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