Emma vs Kodah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kodah

Boy #3,477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, ally"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,477
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kodah Rank #3,477

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3477 for Kodah.

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

Kodah ___

  • Kodah James
  • Kodah Bear
  • Kodah River
  • Kodah Wolf
  • Kodah Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kodah

Dakota Cheyenne Wyatt Sage River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kodah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kodah at #3477 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kodah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kodah means "friend, ally" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Emma and Kodah boy or girl names?

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

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