Emiya

“beautiful valley”

Japanese origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9170US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

336All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Emiya mean and where does it come from?

Emiya (えみや) is a Japanese name that combines 'emi' (恵美), meaning 'blessed' or 'beautiful', with 'ya' (谷), meaning 'valley'. This name can often reflect natural beauty and serenity. There are few notable mentions of this name in popular culture, particularly in anime and manga. The name can be seen a

Cultural significance

Emiya has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japanese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful valley.

Peak popularity

Reached #5603 in 2013 — currently #9170 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emiya?

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

Emiya Grace

How popular is Emiya right now?

Rising fast — up 2345 spots — currently #9170 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9170 · Top 6.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9170	11	▲ up 2345 · +38% births
2022	#11515	8	▼ down 4148 · -47% births
2021	#7367	15	▼ down 620 · -12% births
2020	#6747	17	▲ up 3131 · +55% births
2015	#9878	11	▼ down 4145 · -54% births
2010	#5733	24	▲ up 1374 · +41% births
2005	#7107	17	▼ down 310 · +6% births
2000	#6797	16	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emiya

Best Year2010Rank #5733

Peak Count24

Average Rank#8039

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Emiya

Emiya is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 336 total births recorded, Emiya remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6797 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9170 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emiya in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Emiya by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	130
2010s ★	179
2020s	17

💎Emiya has only 336 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emiya?

Common

EmiEmEmieEmy

What names sound and feel like Emiya?

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

Emina

Bosnia and Herzegovina · Trustworthy, reliable.

Eniya

African · gift

Emika

Japan · beautiful blessing

Emica

Germanic · A Germanic name

Zeniya

Japanese · A kind of

Demiya

American · A contemporary name

Common questions about the name Emiya

What does the name Emiya mean?

Emiya means "beautiful valley" — a name rooted in Japanese 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 Emiya?

Emiya 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 Emiya?

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

Is Emiya a common or rare name?

Emiya is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Emiya?

Emiya naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.