Emelly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-uh-lee / /ˈɛm.ə.li/English; Latin
Meaning
rival; striving
Historical & Cultural Background
Emelly is a variant of Emily, which has roots in the Latin name Aemilia, meaning 'rival' or 'striving'. The name has been popular in English-speaking countries, often associated with literary and cultural figures. In English culture, Emily has been a favored name since the 18th century, reflecting a blend of classic and modern influences. Emelly, as a variant, reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Emily
- Emilie
- Emely
International Variants
- Emilie (French)
- Emilia (Italian)
- Emilia (Spanish)
Famous people named Emelly
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Fictional characters named Emelly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emelly was first seen in the United States in 1993. Emelly has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Emelly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emelly (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |