Emeline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emeline is a name of Old French origin, derived from 'Ameline', which means 'soul' or 'spirit'. It evolved through various forms including Ameline and Emmeline. The name conveys traits of rivalry and eagerness and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century among the upper class and remains a charming choice today, associated with elegance. Notable figures include Emmeline Pankhurst and Emeline B. Wells.
The name Emeline is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Emeline has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Emeline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1194th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2647th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4530th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6963rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2947th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2292nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emeline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emeline"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛm.ə.laɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Emeline is derived from the Old French name 'Ameline', which itself is a diminutive form of 'Ame', meaning 'soul' or 'spirit'. It is also related to the Latin name 'Aemilia', which means 'rival' or 'eager'.
Meaning
rival, eager, soul, spirit
Language Evolution
Ameline, Emeline, Emmeline
Historical Usage
Emeline gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a fashionable name among the upper class and was often associated with literary figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Emmeline, Emmy, Emelia, Emma
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Emeline is seen as a charming and vintage name, often associated with elegance and sophistication. It is less common than many modern names but has a loyal following.
Famous People
Emmeline Pankhurst, a British political activist and leader of the suffragette movement., Emeline B. Wells, an American women's rights activist and writer.
Explore More Emeline Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emeline"
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 "Emeline"
"Emeline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1194th of 9107 | 719 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2647th of 9204 | 205 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4530th of 12526 | 144 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6963rd of 19264 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5557th of 27321 | 238 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2947th of 35406 | 864 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2292nd of 30306 | 967 |
Regional Popularity of "Emeline" 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 "Emeline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
71.72% 989th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
69.27% 4376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
69.33% 3580th/5164 |
46.51% 3401st/7313 |
36.41% 2717th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.23% 2559th/3984 |
52.42% 2352nd/4487 |
39.21% 2675th/6822 |
36.71% 2304th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emeline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emeline" 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.