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Emily vs Emilda

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
Emilda Rank #69,603

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #69603 for Emilda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Emilda more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Emilda at #69603 in the United States.

What do Emily and Emilda mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin).

Are Emily and Emilda boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Emilda is primarily a girl name.

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