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Emelia 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

Emelia Rank #573
Emily Rank #25

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #573 for Emelia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emelia or Emily more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Emelia at #573 in the United States.

What do Emelia and Emily mean?

Emelia means "rival, striving" (Latin origin). Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin).

Are Emelia and Emily boy or girl names?

Emelia is primarily a girl name. Emily is primarily a girl name.

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