Emma vs Kory

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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Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kory Rank #2,981

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2981 for Kory.

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

Kory ___

  • Kory James
  • Kory Lee
  • Kory Allen
  • Kory Michael
  • Kory Alan
  • Kory Dean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kory

Tyler Kyle Kayla Kelsey Jordan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kory more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kory mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Kory boy or girl names?

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

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