Emillia

“rival, eager”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5805US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

264All-time births

📅 Since 199700

How to pronounce Emillia

em·EE·LLEE·uh

/ɛm.ˈiː.ˈlliː.ə/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables

“rival, eager”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Emillia mean and where does it come from?

Emillia is a variant spelling of the name Emilia, which has Latin origins. The name Emilia is derived from the Roman family name 'Aemilius,' and has seen varying popularity throughout history, especially in Italian and English-speaking regions. Emilia has been commonly used in literature and arts, w

Cultural significance

Emillia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rival, eager.

Peak popularity

Reached #5110 in 2019 — currently #5805 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emillia?

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

Emillia Grace

How popular is Emillia right now?

Rising fast — up 244 spots — currently #5805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5805 · Top 4.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5805	21	▲ up 244 · +5% births
2022	#6049	20	▼ down 598 · -13% births
2021	#5451	23	▼ down 228 · -4% births
2020	#5223	24	▲ up 1134 · +20% births
2015	#6357	20	▲ up 1409 · +25% births
2010	#7766	16	▲ up 9045 · +220% births
2000	#16811	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emillia

Best Year2020Rank #5223

Peak Count24

Average Rank#7637

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Emillia

Emillia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 264 total births recorded, Emillia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16811 in 2000 to #5805 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emillia in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Emillia by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	71
2010s ★	164
2020s	24

💎Emillia has only 264 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emillia?

Common

EmiEmEmieEmyIllia

What names sound and feel like Emillia?

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

Emilia

Italy · rival

Emielia

Germanic · A Germanic name

Italy · Rival; industrious

Emidia

Germanic · A Germanic name

Emmalia

Latin · rival

Ersilia

Italy · Possible derivation from

Common questions about the name Emillia

What does the name Emillia mean?

Emillia means "rival, eager" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Emillia?

Emillia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Emillia?

Emillia originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Emillia?

Emillia is a four-syllable name pronounced EH0 M IY1 L L IY1 AH0. 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 Emillia?

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