Emily-kate

rival — from Emily
Modern coinage origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1643US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Emily-kate mean and where does it come from?

Emily-kate is a combination of the names Emily and Kate, where Emily derives from the Latin 'Aemilia', meaning 'rival'.

Cultural significance
The name Emily-kate is often used in English-speaking countries, reflecting a trend of combining traditional names for uniqueness.
Peak popularity
Reached #1643 in 2015 — currently #1643 in the US.
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How else can you spell Emily-kate?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Emily-kate?

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

Emily-kate Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Emily-kate Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Emily-kate Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Emily-kate Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Emily-kate Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Emily-kate Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Emily-kate right now?

Holding steady — currently #1643 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1643 · Top 1.2%
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2023#164310stable
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💎Emily-kate is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Emily-kate?

Common
EmiEmEmieEmyAte

Common questions about the name Emily-kate

What does the name Emily-kate mean?
Emily-kate means "rival — from Emily" — a name rooted in Modern coinage 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 Emily-kate?
Emily-kate is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Emily-kate?
Emily-kate originates from Modern coinage tradition. Modern coinage 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 Emily-kate?
Emily-kate pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Germanic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Emily-kate more of a girl or boy name?
Emily-kate is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.