Emília

A Germanic name with cultural significance
Germanic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1737US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Emília
e-mee-lee-a(slovak),e-mee:-lee-aw(hungarian)
/e-mee-lee-a(slovak),e-mee:-lee-aw(hungarian)/ · · 2 syllables
A Germanic name with cultural significance
Germanic origin · Unisex name

What does Emília mean and where does it come from?

Emília is a name found across Germanic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Emília carries the heritage of Germanic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1737 in 2015 — currently #1737 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Emília?

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

Emília Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Emília Rose
Floral · soft ending
Emília Mae
Sweet · timeless
Emília Claire
French influence · crisp
Emília Jane
Literary · strong
Emília Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Emília right now?

Holding steady — currently #1737 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1737 · Top 1.3%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#173710stable
2022#173710stable
2021#173710stable
2020#173710stable
2019#173710

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emília

2019Rank #1737
10
#1737
Stable
2019 - 20235 years
💎Emília 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 Emília?

ENGLISH
EmEmmieEmmyMillieMilly
FINNISH
Emmi
NORWEGIAN
Milly
SWEDISH
Milly

Famous people named Emília

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Emília (medieval German ruler)
Emília bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.
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Emília (Germanic saint)
Emília spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.
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Emília (medieval German ruler)
Emília bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.
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Emília (Norse explorer)
Emília carried this name across Scandinavia and into the North Atlantic during the Viking Age.
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Common questions about the name Emília

What does the name Emília mean?
Emília means "A Germanic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Germanic 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 Emília?
Emília 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 Emília?
Emília originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Emília a common or rare name?
Emília is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Emília more of a girl or boy name?
Emília is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.