Emma vs Koda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Koda Rank #465

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #465 for Koda.

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

Koda ___

  • Koda James
  • Koda Lee
  • Koda River
  • Koda Blue
  • Koda Wolf
  • Koda Bear

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Koda

Dakota Sage River Luna Sienna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Koda more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Emma and Koda mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Emma and Koda boy or girl names?

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

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