Leven vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leven

Boy #5,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm (river or settlement by elm trees)"

Origin: Brittonic/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,885
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Leven Rank #5,885
Emma Rank #5,826

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 vs #5885 for Leven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leven or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 compared to Leven at #5885 in the United States.

What do Leven and Emma mean?

Leven means "elm (river or settlement by elm trees)" (Brittonic/Gaelic origin). Emma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin).

Are Leven and Emma boy or girl names?

Leven is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a boy name.

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