Emilia
Emilia first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2021, when 4,854 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 4,677.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Emilia popular?
Near its peak Emilia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2021.
| 2020s | 28,338 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 24,348 | |
| 2000s | 6,348 | |
| 1990s | 2,209 | |
| 1980s | 1,360 | |
| 1970s | 726 | |
| 1960s | 718 | |
| 1950s | 686 | |
| 1940s | 691 | |
| 1930s | 798 | |
| 1920s | 1,212 | |
| 1910s | 895 | |
| 1900s | 376 | |
| 1890s | 238 | |
| 1880s | 133 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Emilia mean?
The feminine form of the Latin Aemilius, a Roman family name usually linked to aemulus 'rival, emulating, striving'. The same root lies behind Emiliano, Emily and Amelia (the latter is actually of separate Germanic origin, though the names are often confused).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emilia mean?
Emilia means rival; eager, striving. The feminine form of the Latin Aemilius, a Roman family name usually linked to aemulus 'rival, emulating, striving'. The same root lies behind Emiliano, Emily and Amelia (the latter is actually of separate Germanic origin, though the names are often confused).
What is the origin of the name Emilia?
Emilia is of spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Emilia?
Emilia is pronounced “eh-MEE-lee-ah.”
Is Emilia a boy or a girl name?
Emilia is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Emilia a popular name right now?
Emilia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2021.
How popular is the name Emilia?
In 2025, Emilia ranked #45 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emilia most popular?
Emilia was most popular in 2021, when about 4,854 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Emilia?
Names similar to Emilia include Valentina, Valeria, Anita, Jade, Gabriela.
What names go well with Emilia?
spanish names that pair well with Emilia include Linda, Benjamín, Mía, Angel, Mateo.