Emma vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaw

Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,307
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Shaw Rank #4,307

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4307 for Shaw.

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

Shaw ___

  • Shaw James
  • Shaw William
  • Shaw Alexander
  • Shaw Reid
  • Shaw Cole
  • Shaw Bennett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Shaw

Hayes Greer Quinn Sloane Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Shaw more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Shaw at #4307 in the United States.

What do Emma and Shaw mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Shaw boy or girl names?

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

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