Emilly vs Lilli

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilly

Girl #3,838 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager, industrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,838
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy, Millie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emilly Rank #3,838
Lilli Rank #3,966

Emilly is more popular, ranked #3838 vs #3966 for Lilli.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emilly ___

  • Emilly Rose
  • Emilly Jane
  • Emilly Grace
  • Emilly Claire
  • Emilly Anne

Lilli ___

  • Lilli Rose
  • Lilli Mae
  • Lilli Grace
  • Lilli Jane
  • Lilli Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emilly

Olivia Charlotte James Henry Eleanor

If you choose Lilli

Violet Daisy Oliver Henry Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emilly or Lilli more popular?

Emilly is more popular, ranked #3838 compared to Lilli at #3966 in the United States.

What do Emilly and Lilli mean?

Emilly means "rival, eager, industrious" (Latin origin). Lilli means "lily flower" (Latin origin).

Are Emilly and Lilli boy or girl names?

Emilly is primarily a girl name. Lilli is primarily a girl name.

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