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Emile vs Morris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emile

Boy #1,920 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager to emulate"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Swiss English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,920
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emile Rank #1,920
Morris Rank #1,873

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 vs #1920 for Emile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emile or Morris more popular?

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 compared to Emile at #1920 in the United States.

What do Emile and Morris mean?

Emile means "rival, eager to emulate" (Latin Aemilius origin). Morris means "Moorish, dark-complexioned" (Latin origin).

Are Emile and Morris boy or girl names?

Emile is primarily a boy name. Morris is primarily a boy name.

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