Emeli

♀ Girl

Emeli Pronunciation

Emeli is pronounced EM-ə-lee /ˈɛm.ə.li/High

Meaning: Scandinavian spelling of Emily — from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager'Medium

In 30 seconds: Emily by way of Stockholm: Emeli is the Scandinavian styling of the great 'striving' classic — singer Emeli Sandé made it chart-famous. Sleek, warm, and continental.

💕 Browse more names

Origin MediumLatin, Scandinavian

MeaningScandinavian spelling of Emily — from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager'

U.S. rank (2024)#3831 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births39 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,385

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Emeli is a Scandinavian spelling of Emily — from the Roman clan name Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager'. Common in Sweden, it gained global visibility through singer Emeli Sandé; the trimmed look refreshes the beloved classic.

It registers thinly beside Emily. Rare, striving at the root, and Nordic-sleek.

Did you know? Scottish soul star Emeli Sandé (born Adele!) chose Emeli — the Swedish-styled Emily — putting this minimalist spelling on award stages worldwide.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Emily — root etymology

Variations

EmilyEmelieEmilie

Nicknames

EmEmmy

Famous Bearers

★Emeli Sandé (1987–present)
Scottish singer-songwriter, multiple BRIT Award winner.

If you like Emeli…

Emily— the standard English form

Amelie— the French charmer cousin

Emilia— the flowing -ia sister form

Emilie— a fellow Latin choice

Lili— shares Emeli's Latin roots

→ See all names like Emeli

Browse the whole category: All Latin names → · All Scandinavian names → · All origins →

Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Emeli?

Emeli is pronounced EM-ə-lee (/ˈɛm.ə.li/). Press play above to hear Emeli said aloud.

How do you say Emeli?

Emeli is said EM-ə-lee (/ˈɛm.ə.li/). Press play above to hear Emeli said aloud.

What does the name Emeli mean?

Emeli is a Scandinavian spelling of Emily, from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, eager'.

Is Emeli a boy or girl name?

Emeli is a girl's name.

How popular is Emeli?

Emeli is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Emily is far more common.