Emaline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emaline has its roots in the Latin name Aemilia, meaning 'rival' or 'eager.' It has evolved through various forms in different languages, including Italian and French. The name is often associated with vintage charm and elegance. There is no significant biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine name in the United States. Notable variants include Emilia and Emeline, and the name is currently viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Emaline is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emaline has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emaline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1525th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2928th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8421st out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15132nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4807th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3140th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emaline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emaline"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛm.ə.laɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Emaline is derived from the Latin name 'Aemilia,' which means 'rival' or 'eager.' It has evolved over time into various forms, influenced by different languages and cultures.
Meaning
rival, eager
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Emilia (Italian), Emeline (French), Emaline (English)
Historical Usage
Emaline gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly as a feminine name that was influenced by the trend of using names ending in '-line.'
Variants & Derivatives
Emilia, Emeline, Emma, Meline
Modern Popularity & Image
Emaline is perceived as a vintage and charming name, often associated with classic elegance and a sense of nostalgia.
Famous People
Emaline F. Smith (American educator), Emaline H. Ritchie (American politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emaline"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Emaline"
"Emaline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1525th of 9107 | 487 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2928th of 9204 | 173 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8421st of 12526 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15132nd of 27321 | 39 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4807th of 35406 | 440 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3140th of 30306 | 622 |
Regional Popularity of "Emaline" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Emaline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
50.51% 3446th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emaline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emaline" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.