Emylee

“Rival”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13954US 2020

6Births / yr

↓Falling

663All-time births

📅 Since 198500

What does Emylee mean and where does it come from?

Emylee is a modern variation of the name Emily, which originates from the Latin name Aemilia, meaning 'rival'. The name gained widespread popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often used in creative spelling to give it a unique twist, making 'Emylee' stand out. The name

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3625 in 2005 — currently #13954 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emylee?

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

Emylee Grace

How popular is Emylee right now?

Falling — down 7314 spots — currently #13954 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2020#13954 · Top 10%

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2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#13862	6	▼ down 7314 · -68% births
2015	#6548	19	▼ down 1037 · -24% births
2010	#5511	25	▼ down 1886 · -39% births
2005	#3625	41	▲ up 1643 · +86% births
2000	#5268	22	▲ up 627 · +38% births
1995	#5895	16	▼ down 85
1990	#5810	16	▲ up 4766 · +167% births
1985	#10576	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emylee

Best Year2005Rank #3625

Peak Count41

Average Rank#7137

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20208 years

The story of Emylee

Emylee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 663 total births recorded, Emylee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10576 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13862 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Emylee in 2005:

Emily Emma Madison Abigail Olivia

Emylee by decade

Emylee peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	11
1990s	196
2000s ★	302
2010s	148
2020s	6

💎Emylee has only 663 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emylee?

Common

Emy

What names sound and feel like Emylee?

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

Emyree

American · brave queen

Emilee

American · Rival

Emslee

English · A modern invented

Emelee

English · French

Amylee

American · beloved, hardworking

Emlee

USA · a modern variation

Emalee

English · rival

Emillee

American · Rival; to strive

Common questions about the name Emylee

What does the name Emylee mean?

Emylee means "Rival" — a name rooted in American 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 Emylee?

Emylee 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 Emylee?

Emylee originates from American tradition. American 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 Emylee?

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

Is Emylee a common or rare name?

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