Emily vs Johnston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emily

Boy #8,972 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, industrious"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

Cultural Roots

English American German Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#8,972
Total SSA Count
10
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emily Rank #8,972
Johnston Rank #9,103

Emily is more popular, ranked #8972 vs #9103 for Johnston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Johnston more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #8972 compared to Johnston at #9103 in the United States.

What do Emily and Johnston mean?

Emily means "rival, industrious" (Latin Aemilius origin).

Are Emily and Johnston boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a boy name. Johnston is primarily a boy name.

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