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Amaya vs Emily

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emily

Girl #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Aemilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
5,955
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amaya Rank #169
Emily Rank #25

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #169 for Amaya.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amaya or Emily more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Amaya at #169 in the United States.

What do Amaya and Emily mean?

Amaya means "night rain" (Japanese origin). Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin).

Are Amaya and Emily boy or girl names?

Amaya is primarily a girl name. Emily is primarily a girl name.

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