Emma vs Toby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Toby

Boy #1,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is good"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,106
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Tobe

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Toby Rank #1,106

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1106 for Toby.

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

Toby ___

  • Toby James
  • Toby Alexander
  • Toby William
  • Toby John
  • Toby Miles
  • Toby George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Toby

Charlie Freddie Rosie Molly Harry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Toby more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Emma and Toby mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Toby boy or girl names?

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

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