Aria vs Emilia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilia

Girl #43 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Rival; to emulate; eager"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish English Swedish Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#43
Total SSA Count
4,634
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Emi, Mia, Milly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Aria Rank #26
Emilia Rank #43

Aria is more popular, ranked #26 vs #43 for Emilia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aria ___

  • Aria Grace
  • Aria Rose
  • Aria Mae
  • Aria Jane
  • Aria Claire
  • Aria Louise

Emilia ___

  • Emilia Rose
  • Emilia Grace
  • Emilia Jane
  • Emilia Claire
  • Emilia Kate
  • Emilia Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aria

Luca Leo Olivia Isla Marco

If you choose Emilia

Sofia Isabella Olivia Marco Sebastian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aria or Emilia more popular?

Aria is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Emilia at #43 in the United States.

What do Aria and Emilia mean?

Aria means "air, song, melody" (Italian origin). Emilia means "Rival; to emulate; eager" (Latin origin).

Are Aria and Emilia boy or girl names?

Aria is primarily a girl name. Emilia is primarily a girl name.

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