98 Hilariously Relatable Memes: SpongeBob Edition (2024)

It’s been 25 years since SpongeBob SquarePants first popped up in Bikini Bottom, and somehow, that little yellow sponge is still making us laugh like it’s 1999. Whether it’s SpongeBob’s eternal optimism or Patrick’s unbelievable lack of common sense, the show’s iconic moments never get old, no matter how many times we see them.

To celebrate this milestone, we’ve rounded up some of the best and funniest SpongeBob memes from across the internet. Scroll down to check them out and upvote your favorites!

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SpongeBob SquarePants is arguably one of the most famous shows on the planet. For those of us who grew up watching it almost daily, it holds a special place in our hearts. But it’s not just nostalgia driving its popularity—the numbers speak for themselves. It’s the highest-rated Nickelodeon animated series, translated into over 30 languages, and broadcast in 180 markets worldwide.

“We could not have foreseen this when we first started doing the show,” says Tom Kenny, the man who gave SpongeBob his unforgettable voice. “It’s wonderful to see that SpongeBob is still resonating with people who first experienced it in their formative years. Now they’re in their 30s, and they tell us that show taught them a lot in terms of dealing with the world. We weren’t thinking about that when we’re doing a stupid knockabout comedy and just having fun. But the show has kind of deeper purpose and meaning, too.”

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SpongeBob has become a part of our daily lives in ways we might not even realize. Its moments are endlessly quotable, and it’s hard to go a day online without seeing a meme featuring one of its characters.

Bored Panda got in touch with Mary Kate James, the creator of the Facebook group ‘SpongeBob Memes,’ along with co-admin Emma Cromwell, to learn more about what makes the show so lovable. Their community has over 2.8 million followers and counting.

“I love SpongeBob’s outlook on life—he sees the potential good in everyone and every situation,” Mary said, explaining why the series resonates with her. “The contrast between the different characters and their dynamics is also a big part of what makes it so special. But it’s the humor that really stands out. The memes we create are either drawn directly from the show or adapted to fit real-life scenarios that people can relate to.”

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“I love SpongeBob because it was my favorite show growing up,” Emma shared. “Every day before school, my sister and I would watch at least one or two episodes—that was our daily routine. Everybody knows who SpongeBob is, even adults. I love that both kids and grown-ups can enjoy it. Growing up and being able to relate to so many scenes is comforting. It feels like the creators wanted to make a show that sticks with you, so when you grow up and face the realities of life, you can look back on those scenes, fully understand them, and laugh just like you did as a kid!”

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Mary started her Facebook page in May 2020 after being part of other groups that, instead of memes, posted a lot of explicit SpongeBob content or spam. Frustrated, she decided to create her own space.

“I wanted a group focused on actual memes and related content. It’s been a blast, but also a lot of work. As the group has grown, so has the effort needed to keep it running smoothly. Maintaining a spam-free, member-friendly environment can be challenging, but it’s incredibly rewarding,” she said.

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Emma was invited by Mary to join the admin team when the group had about 300,000 members. “I didn’t exactly set out to become an admin; it was more a case of being in the right place at the right time,” she said.

At the time, Emma was dealing with serious health issues caused by mold poisoning, which kept her glued to her phone as a distraction. She was an active member of the group, posting frequently in ‘SpongeBob Memes.’ One day, she messaged Mary, and the two instantly connected. “For some reason, Mary and I just clicked,” Emma shared. “We became such good friends and eventually started chatting every day.”

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Mary soon brought Emma on board to help with the group, and the two quickly became a dynamic duo. “Three years later, we’ve grown SpongeBob Memes to 2.8 million members, and we’ve become best friends,” Emma said. “Running this group with Mary has been such a great experience. I’ve learned so much from her—how to manage, people skills, and how social media works.”

“Sometimes it does get tiring being on social media 24/7, but after taking a break for a few days, I always seem to get right back into it because I do enjoy it! I’m very glad I fell into the position I did.”

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Despite working so well together as admins, when it comes to favorite SpongeBob characters, Mary and Emma couldn’t be more different.

“SpongeBob is my favorite,” Mary shared. “He’s not afraid to be himself, and I love that about him. No matter what, he never changes his positive demeanor just to fit in or please those around him—especially Squidward.”

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What is number 11 in SpongeBob? ›

In later seasons, the word chum becomes a euphemism for the "s" word. In "Sailor Mouth," it is implied that SpongeBob and Patrick learnt "bad word #11" and started using it everywhere, even though it was all censored but it is never confirmed what the word is as it is covered up with dolphin noises.

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Do you get dumber watching SpongeBob? ›

The preschoolers were then asked to do cognitive thinking tasks such as counting backwards or solving puzzles. The children who watched Spongebob did significantly worse on the tasks than those who drew or watched the slower-paced cartoon.

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What is the oldest SpongeBob episode? ›

Broadcast. SpongeBob SquarePants aired its first segment, "Help Wanted", along with sister segments "Reef Blower" and "Tea at the Treedome", on May 1, 1999, following the television airing of the 1999 Kids' Choice Awards.

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Is SpongeBob for 12 year olds? ›

Nickelodeon, which broadcasts SpongeBob, points out that the show is aimed at children ages 6 to 11, not pre-schoolers.

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Is SpongeBob 17 years old? ›

In combination, these factors put SpongeBob SquarePant's age anywhere from 18 to his mid-20s. Although the 1986 birth year comes up twice throughout SpongeBob, no evidence suggests the in-universe timeline aligns with the episode air dates. Not to mention that Hillenburg initially conceived the character as an adult.

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Is SpongeBob ok for 6 year olds? ›

It does have some name-calling and taunting that parents with young kids must be aware of, but there is no strong profanity in the series. Other than that, characters like SpongeBob and Patrick do not use their common sense as much as they should, but they are never mean to those around them.

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Who has the most IQ in SpongeBob? ›

Plankton. Plankton is the Smartest out of the 14 main characters in Spongebob Season 11. ...
Sandy. Sandy is very, very, smart but not as smart as Plankton. ...
Bertha. Bertha has a Bachlors degree in Oceanography and her family lives underwater so she can study Life in the Ocean. ...
Bartholemew. ...
Lucian. ...
Squidward.
Blobby.
Spot.

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Does SpongeBob have a crush on Sandy? ›

Sandy works as a scientist, explorer, and inventor. She is also a rodeo champion with a number of athletic interests, such as "sand-boarding" and karate. Originally, in the pitch bible written by Tim Hill and Hillenburg, SpongeBob originally was a romantic interest for her, but this was quickly put out of the show.

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Is SpongeBob 36 years old? ›

Popular American cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants celebrated his 36th birthday with a first-ever episode in vernacular.

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Is SpongeBob older than 18? ›

SpongeBob's birthdate was revealed to be July 14, 1986, but this would mean he was 13 when the series premiered, causing some inconsistencies. The spinoff series Kamp Koral suggests that SpongeBob is roughly 10 years older than Pearl, placing his age in his mid-20s.

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What was SpongeBob's original name? ›

Originally, the character was to be named SpongeBoy (and the series named SpongeBoy Ahoy!), but this name was already in use for another product. This was discovered after voice acting for the original seven-minute pilot was recorded.

What is the shortest SpongeBob season? ›

The tenth season of SpongeBob SquarePants consists of 11 episodes (22 segments, 1 short), which are ordered below according to Nickelodeon's packaging order, and not their original production or broadcast order. It is the shortest season, lacking the usual 26-episode length.

What is the SpongeBob number? ›

SpongeBob's Number is 29,998,559,671,349. It is a prime number. It appeared in an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants, where SpongeBob is given a challenge of hitting a paddle ball this many times in a row.

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What's a sailor's mouth meaning? ›

mouth of a sailor (plural mouths of sailors) (idiomatic, informal) The characteristic of regularly using vulgar language, especially strong profanities; a person having this characteristic.

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Is SpongeBob 16 years old? ›

SpongeBob's birthdate was revealed to be July 14, 1986, but this would mean he was 13 when the series premiered, causing some inconsistencies. The spinoff series Kamp Koral suggests that SpongeBob is roughly 10 years older than Pearl, placing his age in his mid-20s.

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How many cuss words are there? ›

There are about 90 profanities in English which are considered inappropriate to be spoken out even in a daily conversation.

98 Hilariously Relatable Memes: SpongeBob Edition (2024)

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