Emma vs Paden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paden

Boy #5,391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"nobleman, patrician (via Patrick)"

Origin: Latin via Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,391
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pade

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Paden Rank #5,391

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5391 for Paden.

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

Paden ___

  • Paden James
  • Paden Patrick
  • Paden William
  • Paden John
  • Paden Michael
  • Paden Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Paden

Finnegan Cailin Declan Sienna Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Paden more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Paden at #5391 in the United States.

What do Emma and Paden mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Paden means "nobleman, patrician (via Patrick)" (Latin via Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Paden boy or girl names?

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

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