Emma vs Kingsley

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
Kingsley Rank #986

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #986 for Kingsley.

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

Kingsley ___

  • Kingsley James
  • Kingsley Cole
  • Kingsley Alexander
  • Kingsley Michael
  • Kingsley Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kingsley

Harlow Beckham Hendrix Paisley Lennon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kingsley more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kingsley at #986 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kingsley mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kingsley means "king's meadow, king's clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Kingsley boy or girl names?

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

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