Emiley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emiley is a modern English name derived from the Latin Aemilia, meaning 'rival.' It evolved through various forms, including Emilia and Emily, and gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and while it lacks biblical relevance, it has notable modern usage.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emiley"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Emiley is a variant of the name Emily, which is derived from the Latin name Aemilia, a feminine form of the Roman family name Aemilius.
Meaning
Rival
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Emilia (Italian), Emily (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly in the 20th century as variants of Emily emerged.
Variants & Derivatives
Emily, Emilie, Emilie, Emilia
Modern Popularity & Image
Emiley is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Emiley K. W. H. Zhang, a renowned artist, Emiley Johnson, an influential writer
📊 Emiley Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Emiley Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emiley"
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 "Emiley"
"Emiley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6442nd of 9107 | 23 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7682nd of 19264 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3372nd of 27321 | 480 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2663rd of 35406 | 988 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7259th of 30306 | 190 |
Regional Popularity of "Emiley" 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 "Emiley" by Generation for Female 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
61.15% 3176th/5194 |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.31% 3130th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
40.46% 2959th/7313 |
38.35% 2862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
82.50% 5628th/6822 |
74.49% 4675th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emiley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emiley" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Emiley" in the United States
The name Emiley is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Emiley 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, 'Emiley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6442nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7682nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3372nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2663rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7259th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emiley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.