Girl · 3026th of 35,406
Emilly
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,403
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2003
Peak Popularity Year
69
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Emilly 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
Emilly originates from the Latin name Aemilia, meaning 'rival'. It has evolved through several forms including Aemilia and Emilia. The name is often associated with traits of elegance and creativity. There is no significant biblical relevance linked to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmɪli/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Emilly is derived from the Latin name 'Aemilia', which is a feminine form of 'Aemilius', meaning 'rival'.
Meaning
rival
Language Evolution
Aemilia, Emilia, Emilly
Historical Usage
The name Emilly gained popularity in the 19th century and has remained common in various forms.
Variants & Derivatives
Emily, Emilie, Emilia, Emely
Modern Popularity & Image
Emilly is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Emilly D. Ainsworth, an American author., Emilly H. Anderson, a notable educator.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 69 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 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 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11493rd of 19264 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5681st of 27321 | 230 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3026th of 35406 | 832 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5116th of 30306 | 309 |