Emma vs Toyah

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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Toyah

Girl #16,346 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"good, pleasing"

Origin: Hebrew Tovah

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16,346
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Toy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Toyah Rank #16,346

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #16346 for Toyah.

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

Toyah ___

  • Toyah Grace
  • Toyah Jade
  • Toyah Rose
  • Toyah Nicole
  • Toyah Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Toyah

Zola Nova Remy Jaya Kira

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Toyah more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Toyah at #16346 in the United States.

What do Emma and Toyah mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Toyah means "good, pleasing" (Hebrew Tovah origin).

Are Emma and Toyah boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Toyah is primarily a girl name.

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