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Emily vs Amalia

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

Emily Rank #25
Amalia Rank #551

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #551 for Amalia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Amalia more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Amalia at #551 in the United States.

What do Emily and Amalia mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin). Amalia means "work, industrious" (Germanic origin).

Are Emily and Amalia boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Amalia is primarily a girl name.

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