"rival, industrious"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Emilee
Girl Name
#1,693 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A literary classic with a distinctive spelling
English
American
French
Classic
Gentle
Literary
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"hardworking, striving"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
The Story of Emilee
Emilee is a creative spelling variant of Emily, which derives from the Latin family name Aemilius, possibly from the Latin aemulus meaning rival or industrious. The Aemilii were a distinguished Roman patrician family. The name came to England through French influence and became widespread after the 18th century.
The standard spelling Emily was the number one girls name in the US from 1996-2007. The variant Emilee emerged as parents sought to give a traditional name a unique spelling.
Emily Dickinson and Emily Bronte cemented this name's literary prestige. The name is associated with creativity, independence, and intellectual depth across English-speaking cultures.
Fun Facts
- Emily was the number one girls name in the US for 12 consecutive years (1996-2007)
- Emily Dickinson wrote nearly 1,800 poems, almost none published in her lifetime
Emilee in Other Languages
French
Emilie
German
Emilie
Italian
Emilia
Spanish
Emilia
Famous People Named Emilee
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Emily Dickinson
Writer
1830
Reclusive American poet now considered one of the greatest in the English language
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Emily Bronte
Writer
1818
English author of Wuthering Heights, one of the greatest novels in the English language
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,693
- Total SSA Count
- 120
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Em
Emmy
Millie
Pairs Well With
Emilee Rose
Emilee Grace
Emilee Ann
Emilee Claire
Emilee Jane
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Emilee is also used as a boy name, ranked #10658.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emilee
What does the name Emilee mean?
"rival, industrious" (from Latin). "hardworking, striving" (from Old French). Emilee is a creative spelling variant of Emily, which derives from the Latin family name Aemilius, possibly from the Latin aemulus meaning rival or industrious. The Aemilii were a distinguished Roman patrician family. The name came to England through French influence and became widespread after the 18th century.
What is the origin of the name Emilee?
Emilee has Latin, Old French, English, American, and French origins. In Latin, it means "rival, industrious". In Old French, it means "hardworking, striving".
Is Emilee a boy or girl name?
Emilee is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1693. As a boy name, it is ranked #10658. Emilee is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Emilee?
Emilee is currently ranked #1693 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Emilee?
Common nicknames for Emilee include Em, Emmy, and Millie.
What are good middle names for Emilee?
Popular middle name pairings include Emilee Rose, Emilee Grace, Emilee Ann, Emilee Claire, and Emilee Jane.
What are good sibling names for Emilee?
Names that pair well with Emilee as siblings include Olivia, Charlotte, Ethan, Liam, and Sophie.
How many syllables does Emilee have?
Emilee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Emilee a common or rare name?
Emilee is an uncommon name, ranked #1693 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Emilee
Emilee is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "rival, industrious" in Latin .
Is Emilee a boy or girl name? Emilee is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,693 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #10,658. Emilee is more commonly used as a girl name.
Emilee is currently ranked #1,693 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Emilee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Emilee include Em, Emmy, and Millie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Emilee include Emily, Emilia, Emiliana, Emilie, Emilly . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.