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  EMILY

The meaning of the unisex name Emily is EAGER

Details on EMILY:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Hard working
Popularity for Girl:
73rd in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Boy:
17,621st in the USA (bottom 5%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

5,955 births
EMILY as a GIRL in 2024
10 births
EMILY as a BOY in 2024

The meaning(s) of EMILY:

The name Emily is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Emily is: Hard working.
Teutonic meaning
The name Emily is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Emily is: Hard working.
American meaning
The name Emily is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Emily is: Industrious. From the Roman family name Aemilius. Famous bearer: French writer Emile Zola.
French meaning
The name Emily is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Emily is: From the Roman family name Aemilius, meaning 'industrious.' Also aFrom the Old German Amalburga, meaning labour and the Latin Aemilia.
German meaning
The name Emily is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Emily is: Industrious; striving. From the name Aemilia, the feminine form of the Roman family name Aemilius. Also a.
Latin meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for EMILY:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name EMILY

 EMILY as a girl

YearGirl Births
20245955 births
20236172 births
20226495 births
20216591 births
20206914 births
20198256 births
20188716 births
20179746 births
201610957 births
201511780 births
201412642 births
201313124 births
201213646 births
201114251 births
201014268 births
200915345 births

 EMILY as a boy

YearBoy Births
202410 births
20239 births
20216 births
202011 births
20198 births
201811 births
20175 births
20167 births
201517 births
201411 births
201320 births
201221 births
201111 births
201020 births
200919 births
200826 births

About the name EMILY

Emily, a name steeped in elegance and history, finds its roots in the Latin name "Aemilia," meaning "rival" or "to strive." This gentle yet assertive name has captivated hearts across cultures and continents, embodying a spirit of determination and grace. Popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Emily has also found a warm embrace in French and Italian contexts, where it resonates with a timeless charm. The name evokes images of blooming gardens and sunlit afternoons, symbolizing both nurturing qualities and an adventurous spirit. Its melodic sound has made it a cherished choice for generations, reflecting a blend of tradition and modernity; Emily is a name that carries the weight of history while dancing lightly into the present, making it an enduring choice for parents seeking a name that is both beautiful and meaningful.

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