Emelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emelia is a name of Latin origin, derived from Aemilia, meaning 'rival' or 'eager'. It has evolved through different forms over time, maintaining a consistent appeal. The name is associated with traits of hard work and determination. It does not have a biblical background. Emelia has gained popularity in the 19th century and remains a fashionable choice today.
The name Emelia is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emelia has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 971st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1721st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2654th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4454th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2522nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1100th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 541st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emelia"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈmiːliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Emelia is derived from the Latin name Aemilia, which is a feminine form of Aemilius, an ancient Roman family name. The root of the name is associated with the Latin word 'aemulus', meaning 'rival' or 'eager'.
Meaning
Rival; hardworking; striving
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Emelia (Modern English), Amelia (related variant)
Historical Usage
The name Emelia gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by the rise of names like Amelia.
Variants & Derivatives
Amelia, Emilie, Emilia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emelia is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name. It is often considered stylish and is favored by modern parents.
Famous People
Emelia Hartnett (Australian actress), Emelia Clarke (British actress known for her role in Game of Thrones)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emelia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Emelia"
"Emelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 971st of 9107 | 992 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1721st of 9204 | 405 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2654th of 12526 | 346 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4454th of 19264 | 206 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2522nd of 27321 | 728 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1100th of 35406 | 3,450 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 541st of 30306 | 6,911 |
Regional Popularity of "Emelia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Emelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
73.38% 1039th/1416 |
48.73% 672nd/1379 |
63.40% 1500th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
78.15% 1216th/1556 |
72.25% 1700th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
70.10% 2000th/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
62.01% 2285th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
52.83% 2744th/5194 |
35.43% 2238th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.37% 796th/4582 |
18.57% 959th/5164 |
20.50% 1499th/7313 |
15.64% 1167th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.12% 403rd/3984 |
10.21% 458th/4487 |
9.48% 647th/6822 |
9.11% 572nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emelia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.