Emsley vs Kayley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emsley

Girl #3,313 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm tree clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,313
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emsley Rank #3,313
Kayley Rank #3,235

Kayley is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #3313 for Emsley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emsley ___

  • Emsley Grace
  • Emsley Rose
  • Emsley Jane
  • Emsley Claire
  • Emsley Mae
  • Emsley Faith

Kayley ___

  • Kayley Ann
  • Kayley Marie
  • Kayley Grace
  • Kayley Nicole
  • Kayley Rose
  • Kayley Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emsley or Kayley more popular?

Kayley is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Emsley at #3313 in the United States.

What do Emsley and Kayley mean?

Emsley means "elm tree clearing" (Old English origin). Kayley means "slim, slender one" (Irish 'caol' origin).

Are Emsley and Kayley boy or girl names?

Emsley is primarily a girl name. Kayley is primarily a girl name.

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