Emma vs Koby

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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Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Koby Rank #2,066

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2066 for Koby.

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

Koby ___

  • Koby James
  • Koby Lee
  • Koby Alexander
  • Koby Ray
  • Koby Thomas
  • Koby Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Koby

Tyler Mason Jayden Avery Chloe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Koby more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Emma and Koby mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Koby boy or girl names?

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

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