Spade vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spade

Boy #5,953 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"flat-bladed digging tool"

Origin: Old English 'spadu'

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,953
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Spade Rank #5,953
Emma Rank #5,826

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 vs #5953 for Spade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spade or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 compared to Spade at #5953 in the United States.

What do Spade and Emma mean?

Spade means "flat-bladed digging tool" (Old English 'spadu' origin). Emma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin).

Are Spade and Emma boy or girl names?

Spade is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a boy name.

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