Emmilia

“rival”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13935US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

112All-time births

📅 Since 200500

How to pronounce Emmilia

EM·ee·LEE·uh

/ˈɛm.iː.ˈliː.ə/ · stress on EM · 4 syllables

“rival”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Emmilia mean and where does it come from?

Emmilia is derived from the Latin name Aemilia, which means 'rival' or 'to emulate.' It has been popular in various forms, including Emilia and Amalia, across different cultures. The name Emmilia is particularly popular in Italian-speaking regions and among Spanish speakers, often noted in literatur

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #8747 in 2020 — currently #13935 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emmilia?

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

Emmilia Grace

How popular is Emmilia right now?

Falling — down 5245 spots — currently #13935 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#13935 · Top 10%

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2010

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13935	6	▼ down 5245 · -50% births
2022	#8690	12	▲ up 5309 · +100% births
2021	#13999	6	▼ down 5252 · -50% births
2020	#8747	12	▲ up 2834 · +33% births
2015	#11581	9	▲ up 7272 · +80% births
2010	#18853	5	▼ down 87
2005	#18766	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emmilia

Best Year2022Rank #8690

Peak Count12

Average Rank#13510

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Emmilia

Emmilia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 112 total births recorded, Emmilia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18766 in 2005 to #13935 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emmilia in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Emmilia by decade

Emmilia peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	19
2010s ★	81
2020s	12

💎Emmilia has only 112 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emmilia?

Common

EmmIlia

What names sound and feel like Emmilia?

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

Germanic · A Germanic name

Emillia

Italy · rival, eager

Emelia

Italy · Rival; industrious

Ersilia

Italy · Possible derivation from

Ermilia

German · A German name

Common questions about the name Emmilia

What does the name Emmilia mean?

Emmilia means "Latin" — 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 Emmilia?

Emmilia 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 Emmilia?

Emmilia 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 Emmilia?

Emmilia is a four-syllable name pronounced EH1 M IY0 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 Emmilia?

Emmilia 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.