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Emily vs Aimee

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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Aimee

Girl #1,473 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, loved one"

Origin: Latin via French

Cultural Roots

French English American Canadian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,473
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emily Rank #25
Aimee Rank #1,473

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #1473 for Aimee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Aimee more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Aimee at #1473 in the United States.

What do Emily and Aimee mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin). Aimee means "beloved, loved one" (Latin via French origin).

Are Emily and Aimee boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Aimee is primarily a girl name.

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