Emma vs Quay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Quay

Boy #16,372 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wharf, landing place"

Origin: Old Northern French

Cultural Roots

American English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16,372
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Quay Rank #16,372

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #16372 for Quay.

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

Quay ___

  • Quay James
  • Quay Alexander
  • Quay Michael
  • Quay Jordan
  • Quay Ellis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Quay

Reef Bay River Shore Kai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Quay more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Quay at #16372 in the United States.

What do Emma and Quay mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Quay means "wharf, landing place" (Old Northern French origin).

Are Emma and Quay boy or girl names?

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

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