Emily Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-uh-lee / ˈɛmɪliLatin; Old French
Meaning
Latin: rival; Old French: industrious
Historical & Cultural Background
Emily is derived from the Latin name Aemilia, which was a prominent family name in ancient Rome. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 18th century. It has been used for both genders, though it is predominantly recognized as a feminine name. The name has appeared in various literary works and has cultural significance in different regions.
Trend Summary
Emily has consistently been a popular name in the United States, particularly among girls, but has seen less use for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emilie
- Emely
International Variants
- Emilia (Italian)
- Émilie (French)
- Emilie (German)
- Emilia (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emily was first seen in the United States in 1896. Emily has ranked as high as #1222 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Kentucky, District of Columbia, New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Emily has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emily (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 48 |
| 1982 | 55 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 53 |
| 1985 | 47 |
| 1986 | 57 |
| 1987 | 51 |
| 1988 | 57 |
| 1989 | 82 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 120 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |