Emma vs Tobey

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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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Tobey Rank #9,420

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #9420 for Tobey.

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

Tobey ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Tobey

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Tobey more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Tobey at #9420 in the United States.

What do Emma and Tobey mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Tobey boy or girl names?

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

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