Emillee

“Rival; to strive” — Represent a trend

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#760US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

→Stable

89All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Emillee

em·EE·LLEE

/ɛm.ˈiː.ˈlliː/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables

“Rival; to strive”

Represent a trend · American origin

What does Emillee mean and where does it come from?

Emillee is a modernized variant of the name Emilie, which has its roots in Latin 'Aemilia'. The name has been adopted widely in both the United States and France. It signifies 'rival', showcasing a connotation of competitiveness and strength. More playful spellings such as Emillee represent a trend

Cultural significance

Emillee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rival; to strive.

Peak popularity

Reached #4484 in 2002 — currently #760 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emillee?

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

Emillee Grace

How popular is Emillee right now?

Holding steady — currently #760 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#760 · Top 0.56%

2000

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#760	1,440	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#765	1,420	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#770	1,390	▲ up 16898 · +27700% births
2005	#17668	5	▼ down 1196
2000	#16472	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emillee

Best Year2023Rank #760

Peak Count1,440

Average Rank#7287

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Emillee

Emillee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 89 total births recorded, Emillee remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16472 in 2000 to #760 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emillee in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Emillee by decade

Emillee peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	18
2000s ★	56
2010s	15

💎Emillee has only 89 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emillee?

Common

EmiEmEmieEmyIllee

What names sound and feel like Emillee?

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

French · Emiliee is a

Emmilee

English · rival

Emmalee

American · a combination of

Emerlee

American · A variation of

Emylee

American · Rival

Remilee

American · A combination of

Common questions about the name Emillee

What does the name Emillee mean?

Emillee means "Rival; to strive" — a name rooted in American 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 Emillee?

Emillee is currently ranked #760 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Emillee?

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

How do you pronounce the name Emillee?

Emillee is a three-syllable name pronounced EH0 M IY1 L L IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Emillee?

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