Emiliana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emiliana is a Latin-derived name meaning 'rival', originating from the Roman family name 'Aemilius'. The name has evolved through historical forms such as 'Aemilianus'. It is associated with traits of elegance and strength, with no biblical relevance. Emiliana has gained modern popularity, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking regions.
The name Emiliana is most popular in Florida, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emiliana has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Emiliana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11965th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3334th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1164th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emiliana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emiliana"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛmɪˈliːənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Emiliana is derived from the Latin name 'Aemilianus', which is a feminine form of 'Aemilius', a Roman family name. The root 'aemulus' means 'rival' or 'to strive'.
Meaning
rival
Language Evolution
Aemilianus, Emiliana
Historical Usage
The name Emiliana has been used in various cultures, primarily in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries. Its popularity has grown in modern times as a feminine variant of the more common name Emil.
Variants & Derivatives
Emilia, Emilie, Emil
Modern Popularity & Image
Emiliana is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with grace and strength. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially in Latin American countries.
Famous People
Emiliana Torrini, Icelandic singer-songwriter, Emiliana Gonzalez, prominent environmental activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emiliana"
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 "Emiliana"
"Emiliana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11965th of 27321 | 68 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3334th of 35406 | 726 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1164th of 30306 | 2,543 |
Regional Popularity of "Emiliana" 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 "Emiliana" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
69.33% 3580th/5164 |
38.48% 2814th/7313 |
35.71% 2665th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.65% 1460th/3984 |
24.56% 1102nd/4487 |
17.72% 1209th/6822 |
15.30% 960th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emiliana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emiliana" 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.