Emily vs Yarrow

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
Yarrow Rank #9,348

Emily is more popular, ranked #8972 vs #9348 for Yarrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Yarrow more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #8972 compared to Yarrow at #9348 in the United States.

What do Emily and Yarrow mean?

Emily means "rival, industrious" (Latin Aemilius origin). Yarrow means "yarrow plant" (English origin).

Are Emily and Yarrow boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a boy name. Yarrow is primarily a boy name.

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