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Amily
Pronounced AM-uh-lee /ˈæm.ə.li/High
Meaning: A spelling of Emily — from the Latin Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Amily is a spelling of Emily — from the Latin Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'AM-uh-lee').
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Emily. Rare in this form, rival-and-industrious at the root, and lyrical.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Amily mean?
Amily spells Emily — Latin 'rival; eager; industrious'.
How do you pronounce Amily?
It's said AM-uh-lee /ˈæm.ə.li/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Amily a boy or girl name?
Amily is a girl's name.
How popular is Amily?
Amily is a very rare spelling in the U.S.













