Emilija

“Emilija is a Slavic variation of the name Emily, which is of Latin origin” — Embodies characteristics of ambition and competitiveness

Lithuania origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6741US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

240All-time births

📅 Since 198900

How to pronounce Emilija

em-ee-lee-yah(serbian,croatian)

/em-ee-lee-yah(serbian,croatian)/ · · 4 syllables

“Emilija is a Slavic variation of the name Emily, which is of Latin origin”

Embodies characteristics of ambition and competitiveness · Lithuania origin

What does Emilija mean and where does it come from?

Emilija is a Slavic variation of the name Emily, which is of Latin origin. This name is widely used across Eastern European countries, especially Lithuania. It embodies characteristics of ambition and competitiveness. Emilija has historical roots in ancient Rome and has been popular in various forms

Cultural significance

Emilija has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Lithuania-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #7189 in 2018 — currently #6741 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emilija?

Emilija works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Emilija Grace

How popular is Emilija right now?

Rising fast — up 2493 spots — currently #6741 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#6741 · Top 5.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6741	17	▲ up 2493 · +55% births
2022	#9234	11	▲ up 545 · +10% births
2021	#9779	10	▼ down 2121 · -29% births
2020	#7658	14	▲ up 2112 · +27% births
2015	#9770	11	▲ up 1902 · +22% births
2010	#11672	9	▼ down 1136 · -10% births
2005	#10536	10	▲ up 2022 · +43% births
2000	#12558	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emilija

Best Year2023Rank #6741

Peak Count17

Average Rank#9744

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Emilija

Emilija is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 240 total births recorded, Emilija remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12558 in 2000 to #6741 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emilija in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Emilija by decade

Emilija peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	16
2000s	89
2010s ★	116
2020s	14

💎Emilija has only 240 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emilija?

ENGLISH

EmEmmieEmmyMillieMilly

FINNISH

Emmi

NORWEGIAN

Milly

SWEDISH

Milly

What names sound and feel like Emilija?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Emilija also consider these

Emilia

Italy · rival

Emīlija

Germanic · A Germanic name

Emilina

Spanish · a diminutive form

Emiliya

Slavic countries · rival

Eligija

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Efimija

International · A International name

Egidija

International · A International name

Cecilija

Latin · A Latin name

How is Emilija written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Emilija

What does the name Emilija mean?

Emilija means "Latin" — a name rooted in Lithuania tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Emilija?

Emilija is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Emilija have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Emilija?

Emilija originates from Lithuania tradition. Lithuania names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Emilija?

Emilija pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Lithuania heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Emilija trending right now?

Emilija is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.