Girl · 380th of 35,406
Emilee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
23,916
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2004
Peak Popularity Year
1,025
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Emilee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Emilee is an English name that means 'rival', with roots in the Latin name Aemilia. It has evolved through various historical forms and is currently seen as a trendy name. It does not have biblical relevance, but has gained popularity since the 18th century, with notable figures bearing the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Emilee is a variant of Emily, derived from the Latin name Aemilia, which comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, meaning 'rival'.
Meaning
rival
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Aemilius (Latin), Emily (English), Emilee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Emily became popular in the English-speaking world in the 18th century and has seen various adaptations, including Emilee.
Variants & Derivatives
Emily, Emilia, Emilie, Emma
Modern Popularity & Image
Emilee is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Emilee Chinn, Emilee Gaskin
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,025 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 46 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21999th of 24088 | 8 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4054th of 9107 | 90 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3312th of 9204 | 138 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4974th of 12526 | 117 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2080th of 19264 | 656 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 581st of 27321 | 5,954 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 380th of 35406 | 13,165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 856th of 30306 | 3,788 |