Emma vs King

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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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
King Rank #343

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #343 for King.

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

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or King more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Emma and King mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and King boy or girl names?

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

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