Emerly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-er-lee / /ˈɛm.ər.li/English; Latin
Meaning
Industrious; from the emerald
Historical & Cultural Background
Emerly is primarily of English origin, derived from the name 'Emerald,' which refers to the green gemstone valued for its beauty and rarity. The Latin influence connects to the word 'aemulus,' meaning industrious or striving, reflecting qualities of hard work and ambition. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a feminine variant of names like Emily, blending traditional and contemporary elements.
Trend Summary
Emerly has seen a rise in usage as a modern alternative to classic names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Emery
- Emilie
- Emeryn
International Variants
- Emilie (French)
- Emilia (Italian)
- Emerald (English)
Famous people named Emerly
Emerly H. — author.
Fictional characters named Emerly
Emerly — fantasy novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emerly was first seen in the United States in 1997. Emerly has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Emerly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emerly (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 28 |