Emilia
e-mi-lia
US Popularity:112
Origin:Latin
Meaning:rival, laborious, or eager
Emilia is a girl’s name with Latin origins meaning “rival,” “laborious,” or “eager.” A variant of Emily and Amelia, the name Emilia comes from the Latin word aemulus and has been frequently referenced throughout the ages including in the Shakespeare play Othello. The name has grown in popularity in recent years which could possibly be down to Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke. This upwards trend can be found in a variety of cultures including in countries such as Poland, Austria, Iceland, Finland, and Chile.
Common Nicknames for Emilia
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How Popular Is The Name Emilia?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Emilia is currently #178 on The Bump
Girl:Emilia is currently #129 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Emilia is currently #112 in U.S. births
Girl:Emilia is currently #42 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#42
in 2023
+ 2
from 2022
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Emily, August 2023
WordSense, Amelia
WordSense, Amelia
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Emil
Online Etymology Dictionary, Amelia, August 2023
IMDb, Emilia Clarke
Study.com, Emilia in Othello by William Shakespeare
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